COMMENT | On Wednesday, we mark the 65th anniversary of Malaysia as a sovereign nation. We must be thankful to our past leaders who tirelessly paved the way for an independent Malaya - from decades of being ruled by Whitehall in London.

Various activities have been earmarked to celebrate this auspicious occasion, with the theme being “Keluarga Malaysia Teguh Bersama”.

However, sad to say, a section of gullible Malaysians has been asked to adopt new phrases unlike the rest of the nation.

“Fair trial” and “royal pardon” have become the keywords of this minority who do not understand or prefer not to understand the mechanics and workings of the judicial system.

Led by cheerleaders masquerading as officers of the law and politicians who have their own agenda, they are...