Mariam Mokhtar

Maszlee Malik: The most influential or most destructive minister?

Maszlee Malik: The most influential or most destructive minister?

COMMENT | Maszlee projects an image of weakness, and gives the impression that he is taking orders

Zakir Naik: Political tool or unifying element?

Zakir Naik: Political tool or unifying element?

COMMENT | It is strange that he wields so much power over a former PM, the current PM and various leaders.

A collection of deadwood, seat-warmers and yes-men

A collection of deadwood, seat-warmers and yes-men

COMMENT | The high expectations of Harapan are as ridiculous as the threats to kick them out at GE15.

How is it hapless Ahmad Faizal is still Perak MB?

How is it hapless Ahmad Faizal is still Perak MB?

COMMENT | Despite numerous gaffes, the former Umno aide has clung on to the state's top job.

Even in this new era, Mahathir ‘mudah lupa’

Even in this new era, Mahathir ‘mudah lupa’

COMMENT | Have reporters adjusted to promises of freedom in reporting, or are they still forced to toe the party line?

Tapai reaches the parts even beer cannot reach

Tapai reaches the parts even beer cannot reach

COMMENT | The most dangerous threat to ulamas is not an invading army or a contagious disease. It is the thinking Malay.

Syed Saddiq's day of madness

Syed Saddiq's day of madness

COMMENT | Syed Saddiq's discussion with Najib Razak proves that he is just a naïve young man with a poor judge of character.

No signs of Jakim's power being brought under control

No signs of Jakim's power being brought under control

COMMENT | "Instead of focusing on rituals and behavioural control, Jakim could do more good by improving inter-community relations."

Is Malaysia stuck in a time warp?

Is Malaysia stuck in a time warp?

COMMENT | 'By reverting to his old self, Dr M has dented our confidence, while Anwar only knows how to ruffle our feathers'.

Mahathir's dilemma in rebuilding Malaysia

Mahathir's dilemma in rebuilding Malaysia

COMMENT | 'Rebuilding Malaysia cannot be achieved on the foundations of racial and religious rhetoric and affirmative action.'

Is Mahathir a feminist?

Is Mahathir a feminist?

COMMENT | 'There is a stark difference between disgraced former PM, Najib Abdul Razak, and Mahathir in their promotion of women.'

Who has the political will to propel M'sia forward?

Who has the political will to propel M'sia forward?

COMMENT | 'Our biggest challenge is the Harapan politicians who have no faith in the rakyat.'

Perak's sand mining: A ticking time bomb

Perak's sand mining: A ticking time bomb

COMMENT | And it is clear that Menteri Besar Ahmad Faizal Azumu does not have the people's support in what he's doing to Perak.

Mat Sabu's corruption disclosures are the tip of the iceberg

Mat Sabu's corruption disclosures are the tip of the iceberg

COMMENT | Incidentally, who makes the first move in corrupt practices - the company involved or those in charge?

Anwar's obsession with becoming PM

Anwar's obsession with becoming PM

COMMENT | Would we want to repeat the mistake of having another of the old guard lead us?

Zaid forgets that rakyat support Dr M's stance on royalty

Zaid forgets that rakyat support Dr M's stance on royalty

COMMENT | ‘Didn't ex-minister once say that M’sians should not live in a climate of fear?’
Prime Minister Mahathir's blind spot

Prime Minister Mahathir's blind spot

COMMENT | What can be done about Mahathir's propensity to pander to the Malays?

Cotton wool wrap for Malays, barbed wire for non-Muslims

Cotton wool wrap for Malays, barbed wire for non-Muslims

COMMENT | 'Malays are slighted by the smallest provocation, but they are free to insult other religions without serious reprimand.'

The terrible legacy of Najib's corruption

The terrible legacy of Najib's corruption

COMMENT | The former PM is now capitalising on social media to rebrand his image as a man wronged.

Should Mahathir go now? Certainly not!

Should Mahathir go now? Certainly not!

COMMENT | 'Can you imagine the dangers brought about by a power vacuum after Mahathir's removal? Think Iraq or Libya.'

Minorities and Malays: Life's lessons about change

Minorities and Malays: Life's lessons about change

COMMENT | Some people say it is hard to change the lives of other people. I disagree.

Two nights in the life of a columnist

Two nights in the life of a columnist

COMMENT | I was the target of quite a bit of wordy rattlings during a visit back, a few months ago...

Raja Kamarul Bahrin and Daim have burst the Malay bubble

Raja Kamarul Bahrin and Daim have burst the Malay bubble

COMMENT | The NEP is a form of control that should be dumped - as well as Ketuanan Melayu and affirmative action policies.


Another doggone delay to Najib's trial

Another doggone delay to Najib's trial

COMMENT | Shafee's dog-eared story is just another long-winded drama, before the real court drama on Friday.