Analysis-The Insider
SEPT 18 - You got to hand it to Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Two days after he missed his self-imposed deadline of forcing the collapse of the Abdullah administration through the cross over of Barisan Nasional MPs and seemed in danger of swapping credibility for ridicule, he has managed to put the government on the defensive. And probably buy himself some more time.
Today, he challenged Datuk Seri Abdullah Badawi to convene an emergency Parliament sitting before Sept 23 so that a motion of no-confidence can be tabled against the Prime Minister.
"We have the numbers. If he wants the details and doesn't believe me, then convene the emergency sitting. The numbers are increasing by the hour. But as of now, it is in excess of 31 MPs. This is not empty talk," Anwar said during a press conference today, adding that Abdullah has no choice but to negotiate with Pakatan Rakyat.
This is the first time since Independence that a sitting PM is being asked to convene a special Parliament session to have a motion of no-confidence tabled against him.
Anwar knows that Abdullah will not take the bait and will probably tell the Opposition leader to be patient and wait for Oct 13 when the House reconvenes.
This answer will:
# GIVE him the time he needs to work the ground and try and persuade some MPs to abandon BN for Pakatan Rakyat. Anwar has been meeting professionals, businessmen, a few former MPs and even members of some prominent Umno families in the past week asking them to join Parti Keadilan Rakyat. He has told a few of them that he has the numbers but was unwilling to share any names of the BN crossovers with them. Some of them have left the meetings - which have taken place at his home in Segambut or at the home of mutual friends - convinced that he does not have 31 BN MPs in his pocket. Others have been willing to give him the benefit of doubt.
# ALLOW him to portray the Abdullah administration as cowardly and unwilling to follow democratic practices. He said as much today noting that any delay to the request for an emergency Parliament session would be seen "as nothing short of a further sabotage of the democratic process and abuse of executive power."
# KEEP alive the prospect of the mass crossover and collapse of the Barisan Nasional. Sure, some seeds of doubt have taken root in the minds of people since the Sept 16 deadline came and went. But in a country where hope in the government is a fast fading commodity, the public still want to believe that Anwar - who has fashioned himself as the saviour of the country can deliver on a promise.
The Opposition icon knows that failure to deliver 31 MPs and oust Abdullah and BN out of Parliament will hurt him in the court of public opinion. His latest challenge to Abdullah suggests that he needs more time to get the numbers.
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written by Anonymous Comment, September 18, 2008
written by Anonymous Comment, September 18, 2008
It's "in excess of 31 MPs..." and not "in access of 31 MPs..." my dear journalists and reporters.
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Target Not Deadline
written by Bala Pillai, September 18, 2008
written by Bala Pillai, September 18, 2008
Sept 16 was a target date, not a deadline.
Put yourself in his shoes, would you do any different, knowing the risks you have if you show your cards too early? Risks of harassment, ISA arrests etc.
You really think that in these circumstances, i.e. an attempted change of ruling party for the first time in Malaysia's history, one can have a hard and fast deadline?
Come on guys!
Put yourself in his shoes, would you do any different, knowing the risks you have if you show your cards too early? Risks of harassment, ISA arrests etc.
You really think that in these circumstances, i.e. an attempted change of ruling party for the first time in Malaysia's history, one can have a hard and fast deadline?
Come on guys!
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Political Impasse; and World Economy
written by Huang Siew Hock, September 18, 2008
written by Huang Siew Hock, September 18, 2008
Wall Street is collapsing with the index plummetting; and the rest of the world is feeling the heat; and losing support rapidly. Malaysia is also experiencing the share market crash in USA. How long this downward trend will last is anybody's guess. When big, established corporations like Lehman Brothers AIG and Merrill Lynch Co. could go down, what about other smaller ones? Practically no chance ! Note that years ago, Barings , the bluest of the blue stock , because of the rogue trader in Singapore, went down; and was taken over by ING. So, all companies, big or small, can go down.
It has compouned Malaysian problems, with the political impasse engineered by Pakatan Rakyat presumably having the majority of MPs . True or false, the confidence could be tested in Parliament. Whether the PM would bite the bullet or not, we do not know. Asking the Opposition leader to name names is just like asking a poker player to show his card! The player is unlikely to show his hand, for here they are playing high stakes. If the PM loses, he leaves. If Anwar loses, then he has to fight another day, with his credibility index plummetting like the share index!
So, an impasse is created. Yesterday, the PM and the dPM swapped Ministerial positions, the former taking over Defence and the latter taking over Finance. Why this sudden reshuffle? Is something on?
To break this impasse, why not go to Parliament and thrash it, once and for all? Then Anwar has to show his card! Even if he has the numbers, will the defectors support him or back out? It is risky business. But he has no choice: his credibility is at stake! Now, the PM's position is also uncertain; and hence may not want to call Parliamnet. So, to PROVE that his challenger is " BLUFFING", put it to the test! There is no point saying Anwar is a " liar." Show that he is a liar! What better place than Parliament to prove your point?
So, PM, go to Parliament; and settle this issue amicably.
S.H. Huang
It has compouned Malaysian problems, with the political impasse engineered by Pakatan Rakyat presumably having the majority of MPs . True or false, the confidence could be tested in Parliament. Whether the PM would bite the bullet or not, we do not know. Asking the Opposition leader to name names is just like asking a poker player to show his card! The player is unlikely to show his hand, for here they are playing high stakes. If the PM loses, he leaves. If Anwar loses, then he has to fight another day, with his credibility index plummetting like the share index!
So, an impasse is created. Yesterday, the PM and the dPM swapped Ministerial positions, the former taking over Defence and the latter taking over Finance. Why this sudden reshuffle? Is something on?
To break this impasse, why not go to Parliament and thrash it, once and for all? Then Anwar has to show his card! Even if he has the numbers, will the defectors support him or back out? It is risky business. But he has no choice: his credibility is at stake! Now, the PM's position is also uncertain; and hence may not want to call Parliamnet. So, to PROVE that his challenger is " BLUFFING", put it to the test! There is no point saying Anwar is a " liar." Show that he is a liar! What better place than Parliament to prove your point?
So, PM, go to Parliament; and settle this issue amicably.
S.H. Huang
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written by Anonymous, September 18, 2008
written by Anonymous, September 18, 2008
I'm very sure hne has the numbers to form a new government. He has thrown the challenge to AAB. So, if AAB wants to know who are the defectors & if Anwar is bluffing, then convenes Parliament. That if he (AAB) really has the guts and PLEASE STOP MAKING EXCUSES!!
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written by Peter, September 18, 2008
written by Peter, September 18, 2008
You are, but another pro BN analysis attempting to disrupt people's mind. Shame on you....we are not fools.
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Missing points
written by Abdullah, September 18, 2008
written by Abdullah, September 18, 2008
Before you criticise Anwar and engage in scatalogical spin as if the nation can be run through it (we are looking for honest answers), why not handle these aspects:
1. Anwar holds a constitutiona office: Malaysia's Official Opposition Leader which represents the other side. What makes Abdullah fail to meet him? What does he fear? And if Anwar meets Abdullah and fails to show the list, wouldn't that help Abdullah more than Anwar? What makes Abdullah fail in taking this golden opportunity?
2. Abdullah said Anwar is a "liar" and even couldn't understand the diplomatic language used in writing such letters, (He must the be the certified slow learner Dr. Bakri Musa talks of always), and refused to honour the appeal for a meeting. Then, why do you need to spin pathetically the challenge that he (Abdullah) should then call for an urgent meeting and solve the impasse? Abdullah refused to meet Malaysia's Official Opposition Leader; Abdullah was challenged for a Parliamentary duel, then you go on the rampage with poor spin. Surely, must you descend to such level and whom do you think you are addressing? The ball is in Abdullah's court more than it is in Anwar's court and it is Abdullah would have benefited from both challenges had he played his game well.
3. What do you want Anwar to do? Parade BN MPs and say "here they are"? Are you a caveman or what? You think the man is a naive or what? You think Malaysians don't know they system and the desperation of a leadership that detains women in the Holy Month of Ramadhan or what? Spinning is what has hurt Dollah in March 08 and it seems his pussyfooters don't get it. Sir, look at both sides and provide us with clear cut analysis that doesn't "belittle" the readers.
1. Anwar holds a constitutiona office: Malaysia's Official Opposition Leader which represents the other side. What makes Abdullah fail to meet him? What does he fear? And if Anwar meets Abdullah and fails to show the list, wouldn't that help Abdullah more than Anwar? What makes Abdullah fail in taking this golden opportunity?
2. Abdullah said Anwar is a "liar" and even couldn't understand the diplomatic language used in writing such letters, (He must the be the certified slow learner Dr. Bakri Musa talks of always), and refused to honour the appeal for a meeting. Then, why do you need to spin pathetically the challenge that he (Abdullah) should then call for an urgent meeting and solve the impasse? Abdullah refused to meet Malaysia's Official Opposition Leader; Abdullah was challenged for a Parliamentary duel, then you go on the rampage with poor spin. Surely, must you descend to such level and whom do you think you are addressing? The ball is in Abdullah's court more than it is in Anwar's court and it is Abdullah would have benefited from both challenges had he played his game well.
3. What do you want Anwar to do? Parade BN MPs and say "here they are"? Are you a caveman or what? You think the man is a naive or what? You think Malaysians don't know they system and the desperation of a leadership that detains women in the Holy Month of Ramadhan or what? Spinning is what has hurt Dollah in March 08 and it seems his pussyfooters don't get it. Sir, look at both sides and provide us with clear cut analysis that doesn't "belittle" the readers.
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History
written by goldenscreen, September 18, 2008
written by goldenscreen, September 18, 2008
History has shown us that most of the so-called political and economic analysis by the status quo is nothing but full of shit. It was full of shit before the General Elections (where a certain Mr. Kalimullah published threats to the nations minorities), before the Permatang Pauh by-election (where a certain Syed Nazri was so confident of predicting Anwar's demise and a certain Zubaidah who was so certain that BN's reforms had won over Malaysians), and it is still full right now with the so-called expert analysis.
Look at the global economy. 2 decades of following the dogma of the Washington Consensus of free trade, the market knows best, non-existent government intervention has led to the biggest crises in world capitalism since the Great Depression. What I've come to realise is that these so-called economic experts and political experts are as much in the dark as normal citizens.
Look at the global economy. 2 decades of following the dogma of the Washington Consensus of free trade, the market knows best, non-existent government intervention has led to the biggest crises in world capitalism since the Great Depression. What I've come to realise is that these so-called economic experts and political experts are as much in the dark as normal citizens.
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Bias Analysis?
written by kz, September 18, 2008
written by kz, September 18, 2008
Just curious...are you malaysian? you know what the government is capable of doing in order to maintain its power. They just put 3 people under ISA. Anwar does not need to reveal his list now, due to the high possibility that these people on the list may be targeted by BN.
Regarding the Sept 23 deadline, I personally feel that Anwar just doesn't want BN to have time on their side to influence all above mentioned MPs from defecting before Parliament reconvenes. If, according to Abdullah...the first letter sent to Putrajaya did not request for a meeting, don't you think that he would have shoved the letter down our throats and called Anwar a liar on the frontpage of EVERY Malaysian newspaper?
I'm just wondering...what exactly are you trying to "analyze"? It seems to me like you left out a lot of points and factors that should have been considered.
Regarding the Sept 23 deadline, I personally feel that Anwar just doesn't want BN to have time on their side to influence all above mentioned MPs from defecting before Parliament reconvenes. If, according to Abdullah...the first letter sent to Putrajaya did not request for a meeting, don't you think that he would have shoved the letter down our throats and called Anwar a liar on the frontpage of EVERY Malaysian newspaper?
I'm just wondering...what exactly are you trying to "analyze"? It seems to me like you left out a lot of points and factors that should have been considered.
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Malaysian Insider just trying to defend their political masters
written by Lex, September 18, 2008
written by Lex, September 18, 2008
It is obvious from the tone that this newsite has been taking for the past few days since Sept 16, they are trying to discredit Anwar Ibrahim and his attempt to take over the government. This website is trying to protect its political masters and as Anwar escalates the game, they will escalate the attacks on him. Why am I not surprised?
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written by SK, September 18, 2008
written by SK, September 18, 2008
Well said, Bala. I couldn't agreed with you more.
Even if someone thinking that this is just a "wayang kulit" show, the Play Master must have been playing it very well and convincing. I believe it is not a question of "if" this will happen, but more of a timing of "when" this is going to happen.
I am very sure many Malaysian shared the same view.
Even if someone thinking that this is just a "wayang kulit" show, the Play Master must have been playing it very well and convincing. I believe it is not a question of "if" this will happen, but more of a timing of "when" this is going to happen.
I am very sure many Malaysian shared the same view.
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Analyst's Deliberate Omission
written by Lim Kok Chiang, September 18, 2008
written by Lim Kok Chiang, September 18, 2008
This analysis (without attribution to specific writter) which omit to account for the all-crucial factor of the habitual use of incumbent powers of harrassment , detention and court prosecution against disedents , a custom in Malaysia for the past 50yrs- can only be written through deliberate omission to self-discredit this news -organisation.
What lah u!!!
What lah u!!!
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31 going on....
written by kh, September 18, 2008
written by kh, September 18, 2008
on the 16th he had 31 MPs crossing over and numbers increasing by the hour... its 18th today.. still 31 and increasing by the hour... shouldnt it be 33 or something more at least???
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This is getting ridiculous
written by maf, September 18, 2008
written by maf, September 18, 2008
If you read the news today, the Tories are leading more than 50% in the opinion poll, and are more likely to win an election. There's been calls from the Tory leader for Gordon Brown to call an early election, but its more of a satirical attack than a real threat.
At the same time, Gordon Brown is facing an internal revolt from his own party members. However, in this democracy, you don't see the opposition asking for Brown to step down, nor asking Labour party member to hop across to the Tories. There will be a Labour party convention soon, which could possibly decide Brown's fate.
In honest truth, I can't see much difference between Brown and Abdullah - flagging economy, record unemployment, high inflation, internal revolt, and flip-floppers. But the way the two democracy are treated are totally different, with one being more civilised than the other.
I think Anwar is playing a game, and it is not a game that we should be playing. These 'defecting' MPs are the same hated MPs who 'supposedly' pillaged and plundered under BN, corrupted to the bone. This are people that the opposition are hoping to support them in the govt? It's much better to ask these 'hoppers' to resign, and new elections to be held - unless they can't be asked to lose their MP status, which is more important than the people!
And to think that Anwar can't publish a list because of ISA threat is a joke. This is 2008, where the arrest of 3 people under ISA had caused public uproar & and a minister to resign. Arresting 31 people would throw the govt out immediately. What Anwar doesn't want is a tit-for-tat on the list, where he will be cajoled to renegotiate with each of them as BN will on the other hand try to 'fish back' these MPs as well. The question is can these MPs be trusted? Or would they jump back to BN once Abdullah steps down??
At the same time, Gordon Brown is facing an internal revolt from his own party members. However, in this democracy, you don't see the opposition asking for Brown to step down, nor asking Labour party member to hop across to the Tories. There will be a Labour party convention soon, which could possibly decide Brown's fate.
In honest truth, I can't see much difference between Brown and Abdullah - flagging economy, record unemployment, high inflation, internal revolt, and flip-floppers. But the way the two democracy are treated are totally different, with one being more civilised than the other.
I think Anwar is playing a game, and it is not a game that we should be playing. These 'defecting' MPs are the same hated MPs who 'supposedly' pillaged and plundered under BN, corrupted to the bone. This are people that the opposition are hoping to support them in the govt? It's much better to ask these 'hoppers' to resign, and new elections to be held - unless they can't be asked to lose their MP status, which is more important than the people!
And to think that Anwar can't publish a list because of ISA threat is a joke. This is 2008, where the arrest of 3 people under ISA had caused public uproar & and a minister to resign. Arresting 31 people would throw the govt out immediately. What Anwar doesn't want is a tit-for-tat on the list, where he will be cajoled to renegotiate with each of them as BN will on the other hand try to 'fish back' these MPs as well. The question is can these MPs be trusted? Or would they jump back to BN once Abdullah steps down??
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written by Andy, September 18, 2008
written by Andy, September 18, 2008
Yes this analysis is biased. No wonder some people mentioned that Malaysian Insider is pro-Abdullah.
Whatever it is, Abdullah challenged Anwar and now Anwar challenged back to Abdullah. If Abdullah really got guts, then he could just take up the challenge.
If this analysis can accuse Anwar is buying time, another analysis can also accuse Abdullah is buying time too.
Whatever it is, Abdullah challenged Anwar and now Anwar challenged back to Abdullah. If Abdullah really got guts, then he could just take up the challenge.
If this analysis can accuse Anwar is buying time, another analysis can also accuse Abdullah is buying time too.
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written by michael, September 18, 2008
written by michael, September 18, 2008
Please stop bias analysis!!! We are all frustated with this kind of analysis.
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written by Damocles, September 18, 2008
written by Damocles, September 18, 2008
I think that whether Anwar has the numbers or not really isn't that important.
If he has them, then the BN government will tumble faster, good for the people.
If he doesn't have them, then the fall of the government may be delayed.
For sure, this government will go, sooner rather than later because everything is against its continuing.
Also, don't forget that Anwar is our best hope for a new future; a new beginning.
So, give him all the support he needs.
If he has them, then the BN government will tumble faster, good for the people.
If he doesn't have them, then the fall of the government may be delayed.
For sure, this government will go, sooner rather than later because everything is against its continuing.
Also, don't forget that Anwar is our best hope for a new future; a new beginning.
So, give him all the support he needs.
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A master stroke in buying time
written by Billy, September 18, 2008
written by Billy, September 18, 2008
I fully agree that there is too much at risk for Anwar if he has been hoodwinking the rakyat who have placed so much faith in him in taking over the government from UMNO. He has to thread ever so carefully to bring his plans to fruitation. So to me, its okay if the 916 did not materialise as planned so long as at the end of the day, a decent government can take over and bring sanity back to this beloved country of ours.
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written by Indy, September 19, 2008
written by Indy, September 19, 2008
Sept 16 had already achieved its objective.....preventing zero crossover of PR MP's to BN. Right after the election, Anuar heads straight to East Malaysia and by coming out publicly on a takeover plan, he portrayed PR as strong when in fact it is still brittle; he made the impression that PR had gained the upper hand when in fact it does not. He made everyone BELIEVED Sept 16 is going to happen and hence BN were busy defending when it should be attacking. If BN had been on the offensive right after the election, the freshly elected PR MP's would have been ripe pickings for seasoned BN strategist but somehow it never happened. Now, the door is closed and the initiative had shifted. The one who should have organized a hunt is now being hunted. “He who moves first gains the advantage…. Sun Tzu”
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written by one sen, September 19, 2008
written by one sen, September 19, 2008
i think this is a classic cas of what they call the 'free-rider' problem of the 'prisoner dilemma' problem in social science.
let us say that anwar today has the verbal support 1,000 MPs. these 1,000 MPs would probably tell anwar go get an emergency parliamentary session and we will show our support for you.
but during that parliamentary session, no one from the 1,000MPs is going to volunteer raising his/her hands to support anwar first, lest the other 999 backout the last minute, then that one MP that supports anwar will be in hot soup.
everyone in the parliament is going to wait for the others to raise their hands before they do so, as thisis in their best interest. everyone will think that if there is going to be wave of change, what is the difference if 999 MPS voted or 1,000MPS voted or what is so wrong to raise your hand to support anwar after the other 999MPs have done so. Nothing wrong , as you are acting in the best of your interest.
this is the reason why till now no MP has come out to support anwar yet. even though they want to support him or have pledged support for him, they are waiting for others to come out first, as they do not want to be the odd one, sticking out like a sore thumb by the end of the day.
this is the reason why drastic social and political and economic changes in history are often not brought about by idealism.....changes are brought about by politics of economics...when people go out of work and are hungry...bread and butter issues spur changes, not idealism or reformasi---sorry to say.
let us say that anwar today has the verbal support 1,000 MPs. these 1,000 MPs would probably tell anwar go get an emergency parliamentary session and we will show our support for you.
but during that parliamentary session, no one from the 1,000MPs is going to volunteer raising his/her hands to support anwar first, lest the other 999 backout the last minute, then that one MP that supports anwar will be in hot soup.
everyone in the parliament is going to wait for the others to raise their hands before they do so, as thisis in their best interest. everyone will think that if there is going to be wave of change, what is the difference if 999 MPS voted or 1,000MPS voted or what is so wrong to raise your hand to support anwar after the other 999MPs have done so. Nothing wrong , as you are acting in the best of your interest.
this is the reason why till now no MP has come out to support anwar yet. even though they want to support him or have pledged support for him, they are waiting for others to come out first, as they do not want to be the odd one, sticking out like a sore thumb by the end of the day.
this is the reason why drastic social and political and economic changes in history are often not brought about by idealism.....changes are brought about by politics of economics...when people go out of work and are hungry...bread and butter issues spur changes, not idealism or reformasi---sorry to say.
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NICE MAN BUYING TIME FOR ANWAR
written by simon li, September 19, 2008
written by simon li, September 19, 2008
The person NOT having the numbers wants a vote NOW. The Badawi says to Anwar, "No, I have the numbers and you don't, but I want to save your face by refusing your call for a vote. So I am buying time for you to get enough numbers. See? Please thank me, I'm such a considerate and nice guy."
To the nameless fella hiding behind the word "analysis", I say no wonder even Che Det thinks you are an idiot. if you want to spin, don't be a clown and spin to yourself in front of a circus mirror. Your face will look like your posterior and vice versa.
Print this if you dare. It has already appeared in countless blogs.
To the nameless fella hiding behind the word "analysis", I say no wonder even Che Det thinks you are an idiot. if you want to spin, don't be a clown and spin to yourself in front of a circus mirror. Your face will look like your posterior and vice versa.
Print this if you dare. It has already appeared in countless blogs.
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Fix the spine
written by Kah Seng, September 19, 2008
written by Kah Seng, September 19, 2008
This anonymous/uncredited article and "PM in waiting" by Leslie Lau, written with complete ignorance of PM's lack of credibility, Syed Hamid's fumbling abuse of ISA, and the PM's lack of pre-knowledge of ISA arrests, etc etc, really damages this Web site's credibility.
This reminds me of the time when pro-BN articles keep harping on Anwar's "abuse" of prison privileges by trying to get his spine fixed overseas, instead of trusting local hospitals under Bukit Aman security.
This reminds me of the time when pro-BN articles keep harping on Anwar's "abuse" of prison privileges by trying to get his spine fixed overseas, instead of trusting local hospitals under Bukit Aman security.
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written by Shafer, September 19, 2008
written by Shafer, September 19, 2008
Guys,
if you cant stomach a fair analysis (from an alternative news site) that for once, doesnt hit out at the government, you know what to type in the URL bar ;)
if you cant stomach a fair analysis (from an alternative news site) that for once, doesnt hit out at the government, you know what to type in the URL bar ;)
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written by malaysian, September 19, 2008
written by malaysian, September 19, 2008
if he [Brother Anwar Bin Ibrahim](BABI) really has the guts, reveals the LIST and PLEASE STOP MAKING EXCUSES!!!
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Give Them A Chance
written by Concerned Mal, September 19, 2008
written by Concerned Mal, September 19, 2008
Please, I urge all Malaysians who want to see a new dawn in Malaysia to please give Anwar and his team a chance. Most rational Malaysians want to give the opposition a chance and this is evident from the March 8 and Permatang Pauh elections. Whilst being transparent will work if one was the Government (which the present Government is NOT), Anwar is not yet in Government and he does stand to lose everything by revealing his cards and if the Government takes another action in the ISA direction. No matter how wrong using the ISA is (and we all can see it, though the Government CAN'T/WON'T), I wouldn't put it past the powers that be to use anything during these desparate times. They are desperate men resorting to desperate measures. All good things come to those who wait and we should all pay heed to this lesson including Anwar himself. Let's give him a chance. Have faith and hope that a new dawn will rise for Malaysia's future soon. God knows we need a responsible, right thinking and rational leader to lead us out of the looming doldrums of another global recession. The only blind people are those sitting in Government now.
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written by Tail Wags Dog, September 19, 2008
written by Tail Wags Dog, September 19, 2008
AiYahh! Can't you see-meh? Why PM dares not convene emergency session? Becos he knows-lah. He knows Anwar not bluffing-lah! Poker game strategy - to make rival think you don't have a winning hand when you do. But Badawi not stupid-leh, he won't fall for it.
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Hello, sanity please
written by Hwa Shi-Hsia, September 19, 2008
written by Hwa Shi-Hsia, September 19, 2008
The majority of the people saying stuff like "Malaysian Insider is pro-BN" are nuts. You're a bunch of fanboys and fangirls. None of us apparently know what is going on inside Anwar's head, so this is a fairly reasonable attempt to figure out why the delay is happening. Like everybody else here I hope the takeover will be soon, but don't any of you wonder WHY it's delayed?
Just because you support a cause doesn't mean it's perfect - nobody and nothing on earth is. Raja Petra (before his arrest) spent quite a lot of words to criticize the Opposition leaders in his articles from time to time, other people cannot kritik ah? Stop foaming at the mouth. Like Shafer said, go somewhere else if you think this site is run by UMNO cybertroopers.
Just because you support a cause doesn't mean it's perfect - nobody and nothing on earth is. Raja Petra (before his arrest) spent quite a lot of words to criticize the Opposition leaders in his articles from time to time, other people cannot kritik ah? Stop foaming at the mouth. Like Shafer said, go somewhere else if you think this site is run by UMNO cybertroopers.
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written by Lex, September 19, 2008
written by Lex, September 19, 2008
I am one of the commentators who posted against this article. All the comments that supports BN and Malaysian Insider have totally missed the point. How on earth can someone be accused of trying to buy more time if he is the one who press for the ultimatum. If DSAI really wants to delay time, he can make some cheap excuses that Parliament is not in session and he needs to wait until Oct 13 to launch the motion of no confidence against Badawi. This is not the case and it is clear that Badawi is the one who does not want to meet him. It is obvious Badawi is buying for time. That's why it shows the true colours of this newsite in their bias analysis. They are saying black is white without resorting to common sense. It's not a question of subjective opinions but a real understanding of the situation. Furthermore, an analysis without a byline is irresponsible and it shows that the authors do not even dare to be associated with this article. I dare Malaysian Insider to put a byline to this analysis.
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written by Jeremiah Mahadevan, September 19, 2008
written by Jeremiah Mahadevan, September 19, 2008
"You're a bunch of fanboys and fangirls"
Hwa Shi-Hsia, I could not agree more. And I am wary of anyone, be they BN supporters or PR supporters, who behaves in this slavish and unthinking manner. Even worse, some betray even a basic understanding of journalism - if "an analysis without a byline is irresponsible", then explain the Economist. Truth be told, it is the unbiased quality of the analysis that many cannot handle, because a lot of you are mere partisan zealots and sheep. Dogmatists dressed up as liberals. And you get what you deserve from whichever of these gangs - be it Badawi's or Anwar's - you may have pledged to blindly follow.
Hwa Shi-Hsia, I could not agree more. And I am wary of anyone, be they BN supporters or PR supporters, who behaves in this slavish and unthinking manner. Even worse, some betray even a basic understanding of journalism - if "an analysis without a byline is irresponsible", then explain the Economist. Truth be told, it is the unbiased quality of the analysis that many cannot handle, because a lot of you are mere partisan zealots and sheep. Dogmatists dressed up as liberals. And you get what you deserve from whichever of these gangs - be it Badawi's or Anwar's - you may have pledged to blindly follow.
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Selamat Hari Raya
written by ho, September 19, 2008
written by ho, September 19, 2008
Maybe he need the Hari Raya (before step down) .. Frankly I wish him well, he willbe released with all the pain (if any), confuse (if any) and can sleep well (or perhaps too much). Thank you Pak Lah.. for this .. you have failed but it open the eyes.. I would say all Malaysian will work harder, the cronies... the family business, they must go... you failed in managing this country.. with or without Anwar.. you failed badly... you and many minister failed as all of you have no clue in managing the country but played the FIRE, talked about races... Selamat Hari Raya.. may god bless you
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