YOURSAY | ‘No one’s questioning Malay special position or status of Islam.’
PM highlights unity and inclusivity, ensures M'sia remains peaceful
Gerard Lourdesamy: Pious platitudes from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. What have you done so far to check rising political Islam and rampant Malay nationalism in the country?
How is that consonant with your claims of unity and inclusivity?
After 68 years of independence, it would seem that the Malays are still fearful and resentful of the minority non-Malays who are increasingly excluded and ignored in the national discourse.
Nobody is questioning the Malay special position, the status of Islam or the Malay language.
What is worrying is the sense of privilege and entitlement that numerous Malays, even the educated ones, seem to take pride in and defend as the norm.
The entire public sphere has become a Malay preserve.
Non-Malays are constantly reminded of the so-called "social contract" entered into in 1957 by the founding fathers and told to just shut up and put up with it unless they want to return to China or India.
Yet, Anwar keeps quiet in the face of such provocations and sentiments from extreme Malay groups. Anwar himself has now become the problem.
Reformasi, justice and fairness are dead. Political expediency and preservation are more important. So what values and principles are left?
Bornean: The majority of Malaysians want peace and respect for other races and religions, and wish to live in harmony. None of this has anything to do with the government.
Those who seek to divide us using race and religion are politicians and a few attention-seekers.
BlueShark1548: Malaysia is so rich in its diversity and cultures, why would anyone wish it to be only one culture?
Look at Indonesia - it is so proud to present its diversity and cultures at its national events. Its president does not just stick to songkoks and traditional Muslim wear. Malaysia's diversity is a tourist draw.
See Langkawi's decline under PAS, and Perikatan Nasional dares to say that it is ready to govern Penang? Fat hopes.
Cogito Ergo Sum: Anwar, the 16th general elections are two years away. This speech makes a mockery of everything your coalition partners have done and are doing.
You are silent when PAS insists those who are involved in corruption are non-Muslims and accuses the local Chinese of being communists or even related to the late Communist Party of Malaya leader Chin Peng.
Perhaps you too agree with them but cannot say anything because your own party has non-Malay members.
Whatever it is, you are a disappointment because you have been accused of releasing the convicted and corrupt back to society after stealing our money and jailing you.
Apanama is back: Anwar, nice broken record speech. It sounds similar to the one you gave last December, before Christmas.
At that time, I told you to save the speech for the coming Chinese New Year celebration.
Remember this for the coming Hari Raya and Deepavali celebrations. Just keep on giving rhetoric and don't do anything.
Ayam Kampung: Talk is cheap. On the one hand, he plays to the crowd by praising the Chinese community.
Yet on the other hand, when the Chinese minority needs his voice the most, he remains silent when the toxic fake holy men spew their lies and fan the racial flames.
Actions speak louder than words.
Anwar and his Madani administration have failed the nation and failed the Chinese M40 and T20 classes who voted him into power. It is a major betrayal.
Chefoo: In his speech, Anwar quoted verses from China’s ancient 11th-century poet from the Song Dynasty, Lu You.
This is what he does, regularly taking a quote here and there, thinking people will be so honoured and impressed by this. Those days have gone, bro. The people can see through you so clearly.
Anonymous_1604451450738.37821604451049299: What have you got to say about the Harith Iskander saga?
And your elegant silence until the eve of the anti-corruption rally?
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Just a Malaysian: Anwar, I like everything you said. It makes us feel good and gives us a sense of belonging to this beloved country.
The only thing I ask of you is to implement it.
Ranjit Singh Malhi: Dear Prime Minister, it’s time to move from words to action. Our nation needs leadership that prioritises meaningful change over rhetoric.
Focus inward, not outward: Instead of external matters, shift your energy to addressing the pressing issues affecting the well-being of our people.
Protect our social fabric: Take a firm stand against divisive forces and misguided zealotry that threaten to unravel our unity.
Champion inclusivity and harmony to foster a cohesive Malaysia.
Embrace excellence over entitlement: Move beyond excessive affirmative action to establish a culture of meritocracy, ensuring that our nation is led by the most capable minds.
As a leader entrusted with the hopes of millions, please take a moment to reflect deeply on these questions:
How will history remember me as Malaysia’s 10th prime minister?
Am I focused on doing the right things that matter most to people?
Am I executing those things with integrity and efficiency?
What bold steps can I take to lead our nation to a brighter future?
The time to lead with courage and conviction is now.
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