I read Hishamuddin Rais's article with a sense of resignation ([#1] Yang mahazalim kita lawan! [/#] Feb 20). What can we ordinary Malaysians do in the face of these blatant abuses of power for they must have been condoned in the corridors of power!

What is happening in the Seremban's murder accused bail controversy is but a sad reflection of what the rich, powerful and influential can get away with ([#2] Murder suspect's bail extended again [/#], Feb 19).

The downtrodden are oppressed further. A simple walk to protest the closure of SRJK(C) Damansara resulted in ordinary citizens who have the courage to voice their unhappiness to be arrested and treated like 'criminals' ([#3] Walkathon participants treated like 'criminals'[/#] , Feb 20).