'For a country like Malaysia, one church, mosque temple or any other place of worship (burnt) is one too many.'
Church attacks 'minor aberration': Najib
John Smith: We must not reject a message solely because we reject the messenger. Here Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak says a few things, much of which is true.
For it is true that the vast majority of Muslims in Malaysia are not seething in anger about this issue. Indeed the vast majority did not even know the Herald or the use of ‘Allah' among Malay-speaking Christians was a practice that was in place before the government brought forth the prohibition.
Those who would portray Muslims in this country as divided against their Christian neighbours do a great injustice to the kind, thoughtful and tolerant people of this land. Let us not fall into the trap so carefully laid in the confusing propaganda with fact, imagining a widespread and numerous enemy when this is nothing but cynical self-serving manipulation by a few.
Chee Hoe Siew: "Only one church was burnt"? A church was burnt but there were nine other failed attempts (due to the incompetence of the fire-bombers). The issue is not how many churches were actually burnt.
It clearly shows the apathy that Umno leaders have towards other races and religions. There is no respect given to anyone other than Umno Malays. Even in religion, they have shown much disrespect to Islam by abusing it for their own vested interests.
If they do not respect their own, how can one expect them to respect others? By playing down the seriousness of the event, Najib has undermined the safety and stability of the country.
Ong Twee Kwan: For a country like Malaysia, one church, mosque temple or any other place of worship (burnt) is one too many. Malaysia is a beautiful country with an integrated society that is slowly being weathered down by greedy politicians.
Foot-in-mouth minister 'should quit'
Hann Wei Toh: What solution can constitutional law expert Abdul Aziz Bari offer? In the real world - compared to the university where one can live one's whole life without proposing workable solutions but still get paid - the best solution is adopted, though it may be flawed.
Bunny: Abdul Aziz Bari has his opinion, but actually, there is none. Nazri has a right to make his opinion. He has made a suggestion and we all should consider it. If it's not good, then what's the next suggestion?
Borneo Land: Abdul Aziz Bari advised Minister Nazri to resign for choosing to go against the decision of the BN government. No wonder all our leaders from Sabah and Sarawak dare not sound any word of dissent - they're too scared to lose their portfolios.
Nazri has his own opinion as to how to solve the issue amicably. Give him a chance to speak. Abdul Aziz Bari, likewise, has his own opinion. Wait for next general election, then we will see who is in the right or wrong.
Bodies of all six victims recovered
Phan Gaik Cher: My heart goes out to the families of the deceased and to them I send my deepest condolences. It saddens me to note that Malaysians do not treat safety as their top priority - be it while driving, in sports, in the construction industry and many more areas.
I am surprised that a premier school like Chung Ling is said to have failed to ensure that all necessary safety precautions were taken. Due to the negligence of the school, the precious lives of six young budding talents have been lost. It's just unforgivable. The whole school board should resign and an inquiry should be conducted. Those who failed in discharging their duties should be fired.
Obviously, the recent accident during the Dragon Boat race at the same site has not taught anybody a lesson. Due to the unpredictable weather and sea conditions off Macallum coast, any training or competition should be held in calmer waters. It's time all Malaysians treat safety with greater respect in whatever they do.
Maggie Lim: I cannot believe that my favourite boy, Jason Ch'ng is gone. You came with JL and LCM to visit me just a year ago. I was so happy to see you and the rest. Now words cannot describe how sad I am today that you are no longer with us. You may be gone but I will always remember you.
Saengch: This is a tremendous tragedy. How many of the team were wearing life jackets? How many of the deaths and missing members involved not wearing jackets? How many did wear life jackets? Were there sufficient life jackets? Were they suitable for rowing exercises? Was there a lack of supervision that caused them not to wear them? Were there inadequate funds for life jackets?
Was the muddy area a factor in trapping the swimmers? Was it true that there were earlier collisions of dragon boats on Jan 14? Was there a lack of floats/buoys, marking lines, planning, safety checks?
Pius Heng: My deepest ccondolences to the families involved. It is terrible to lose loved ones at such young ages. My prayers go out to them.
