Can we do away with systematic media censorship?
My definition of societal censorship is when society acts as its own filter when it comes to content instead of the state or any other authoritative body.
Category Archives: writing
Policy the way to improve things for women
Women need all the help they can get. It’s not because they aren’t capable, but there are so many challenges stacked against them that it’s not a leveled or fair playing field.
Political will to solve the Bajau Laut predicament
The Bajau Laut been around way longer than any of today’s modern governments or borders were ever established.
One itsy bitsy positive step in recognising refugees
Still a long way to go before Malaysia has a proper system to handle refugees.
Anticipating positive change in Peaceful Assembly Act
Although we welcome this announcement by the prime minister, we are still waiting to see how suitable the amendments are and how fast they will be implemented.
Don’t tell me how to live with my multi-religious family
I do not welcome any law or policy that serves as a “guide” or anything else on how I am supposed to behave, act or respond when I visit my family and friends.
Public caning will not deter crime and sin
I think it is important that we highlight issues like this and encourage public discourse.
No need to ham things up
It would probably be the same if a vegetarian wanted to be sure of what he or she is eating and asked, or a Hindu asking wanting to know if there is beef or not in a dish.
I don’t ban books or movies from my children
The government is not our parent and does not have that sort of authority over us as we are not children.
Surprise! Politician is the least trusted profession
The responsibility really lies on the people who have to be trusted to show and prove that they can be trusted. They cannot expect to be automatically and unconditionally trusted.
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