One itsy bitsy positive step in recognising refugees
Still a long way to go before Malaysia has a proper system to handle refugees.
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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.
Are we happy with new laws on media regulation?
One of the most anticipated changes after the new Madani government was formed under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is the approach to handling the media, from traditional to social media.
How will new Syria affect Malaysia?
We need to see how the transition of power in Syria is going to affect religious extremism in our country, and then there is the relationship with Russia and the rest of the world.
What can we learn from South Korea’s 6-hour martial law?
What is true is that in any democratic government, a healthy and integral check and balance system needs to exist.
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