They called the former PM, Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi a "flip-flop" with his infamous decisions only to turn around within a short period which provide one of the negative highlights as the leader of Malaysia before he was unceremoniously forced to step-down by his own political party warlords.
UMNO says Keadilan and Pakatan Rakyat are at loggerheads between one another. The general opinion of the Malaysian public is that the magnitude of the UMNO internal conflicts seemed much bigger and played down by reports of "kiss and make up" in the UMNO controlled mass media.
The proven money politics, corruption, numerous police and MACC reports lodged are all "wayang" as no real action had been taken against the offenders e.g. Datuk Seri Ali Rustam, who remains the Chief Minister of Melaka though proven guilty of corruption by the UMNO disciplinary board.
It seems that there was a trade off by UMNO leadership with Ali Rustam on his continuity and a further promise that no troubles from either end which could disrupt Najib's ascending to the leadership of Malaysia.
Tun Dr Mahathir, a strong critic of Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi once before felt his soul is at rest now that the latter had stepped down. Tun Mahathir is no different of a "flip-flop" now that he has decided to rejoin UMNO with his "student" had taken over the reigns of the Malaysian Government.
The difference between the mentor and the student is that the latter brings with him excess baggage which he has yet to prove his innocence. Should Najib fail to proof his innocence to his detractors and Malaysian public (perhaps the world now with Altantuya case still a huge question mark), he remains on trial in the eyes of the world.
I wonder how the world would respect Malaysia when the PM is associated with a high profile murder with international media coverage?
The surpise visit walk, release of ISA detainees, lifting the ban on Harakah and Suara Keadilan is nothing but a showpiece like a political critic said, "seumpama melepaskan burung merpati sebagai simbolik" and had no real true intention of seeing it through for a democratic One Malaysia.
One Malaysia would never be achieved as long as UMNO keeps harping "Ketuanan Melayu" and their leaders kept giving different interpretations of the real meaning while the royalty had called for equality for all in this country regardless of race, religion and culture.
The leopard cannot change it's spot (overnight) and hence, we can expect that the old ways of "toe the line" UMNO will still be there with Najib showing his fangs in the way his mentor had done in his 22 years of leadership.
Well, it is still too early to judge Najib but the best action he could do now to admonish his "excess baggage" through a Royal Commission of Inquiry to clear his name standing in the eyes of the world.
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
Azeez King Of Rempits!
I would be unperturbed about the "haram" ways UMNO grab power in Perak and now Kedah! What shocks me and probably Malaysians at large are the King Of Mat Rempit, Azeez instigates the "mamats" to go on the streets disturbing the peace and how they have openly declared that UMNO is the law and not the police!!!!
Being the President of UMNO and PM of Malaysia, Najib must take immediate steps to condemn such call and no wonder we see much more motorcyclists defying the law on public roads. The public at large are presently worried sick over Mat Rempits and such irresponsible call from UMNO leaders provides added concern for all Malaysians.
Being the supreme leader of UMNO, Najib must be responsible for such uncivilised call from his subordinates and Malaysians at large left to wonder if the "samseng jalanan" attitude would be further supported by the UMNO leadership.
Where are we heading in terms of Malay morality and being civic minded?
With UMNO supporting such acts and able to control the enforcements, UMNO is very close to declaring the public roads theirs!!
For me Azeez's call is sheer stupidity!!!!!
Azeez, the ex-Putera Umno chief, also said that although he was now in the supreme council, he would defend Mat Rempits if they were in trouble.
Azeez told the 200-strong crowd of mostly Malay Malaysian men: "Go ride your motorbikes around town until midnight tonight, and until 5pm tomorrow, not to scare people but to raise their spirits."
Several other local Umno Youth leaders repeated to the youths present: "Follow the law, but if the police give you a hard time just give us a call."
This certainly does not augur well for Najib in his first few days as the Prime Minister of Malaysia. If he supports this, then UMNO and the Malaysian Government have not changed!!!!Being the President of UMNO and PM of Malaysia, Najib must take immediate steps to condemn such call and no wonder we see much more motorcyclists defying the law on public roads. The public at large are presently worried sick over Mat Rempits and such irresponsible call from UMNO leaders provides added concern for all Malaysians.
Being the supreme leader of UMNO, Najib must be responsible for such uncivilised call from his subordinates and Malaysians at large left to wonder if the "samseng jalanan" attitude would be further supported by the UMNO leadership.
Where are we heading in terms of Malay morality and being civic minded?
With UMNO supporting such acts and able to control the enforcements, UMNO is very close to declaring the public roads theirs!!
For me Azeez's call is sheer stupidity!!!!!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Jam In The City - meeting of CON-tractors has begun!
Driving around KL city is such a pain these few days and pardon me for thinking if there was a "confession" or "Tiger show" going on in Jalan Ipoh area when I realised all the UMNO hypocrites were having their assembly to elect a new leader to take them through the battering they received last March.
This assembly of perhaps the largest "CON-tractors" grouping in Malaysia holds special significance to the organization now that the states which enjoy the highest economic and development activities are now under the hands of the Opposition Pakatan Rakyat.
The manner the meeting are conducted with the ban of online media and a definite selective uninspiring "UMNO stories and rhetorics" in MSM, the meeting is no different then a secret society get together with everything discuss is a no.. no.. to non-members.
It was during the traffic crawl along Jalan Tun Razak (opposite the General Hospital) when I noticed a banner being hung welcoming the "goonies" to the assembly but what shocked me was we taxpayers and Malaysians at large can confirm that MACC is nothing but just another Government agency instead of being independent.
Why do MACC need to place a banner at the expense of taxpayers monies???? I'm lost!!
The initial proceedings had already its fair share of controversy with this likened to "a pot calling a kettle black" which re-affirms that the 59th General Assembly is nothing but to endorse the misdeeds!
While do we Malaysians have a flip-flop surprise in store with a statement like this "I Know When To Go"?
Just a wonder that when the UMNO members get onto the stage for their (pre-arranged and edited) speech, they get into a trance and starts cursing what's out there that could diminish them from the face of Malaysian politics. Well that's OK to the police as well but not otherwise. Funny huh but in true UMNO boleh spirit!
Going by name of integrity and trustworthy, almost all the candidates juggling for positions in Malaysia's largest political party (not too sure if it still is) are real clean! Should such personalities with tainted image gets into Government positions, if left for all Malaysians to wonder if we are slowly drowning ourselves into becoming a nation in poverty.
It's also a wonder that MACC investigates and gather the evidence only to be passed on to UMNO Disciplinary Board for action. Shouldn't this be categorized as corruption and relevant individuals charged by MACC regardless of whether party matter or personal?
Once this assembly is over, the goonies will meet again in November/December 2009 for the 60th Assembly and one wonders how much is spent on organising such events! Is this UMNO Baru 59/60 years old????? No wonder the objectives between UMNO and UMNO Baru are distinct!!!!
Have a great time UMNOists!
This assembly of perhaps the largest "CON-tractors" grouping in Malaysia holds special significance to the organization now that the states which enjoy the highest economic and development activities are now under the hands of the Opposition Pakatan Rakyat.
The manner the meeting are conducted with the ban of online media and a definite selective uninspiring "UMNO stories and rhetorics" in MSM, the meeting is no different then a secret society get together with everything discuss is a no.. no.. to non-members.
It was during the traffic crawl along Jalan Tun Razak (opposite the General Hospital) when I noticed a banner being hung welcoming the "goonies" to the assembly but what shocked me was we taxpayers and Malaysians at large can confirm that MACC is nothing but just another Government agency instead of being independent.
Why do MACC need to place a banner at the expense of taxpayers monies???? I'm lost!!
The initial proceedings had already its fair share of controversy with this likened to "a pot calling a kettle black" which re-affirms that the 59th General Assembly is nothing but to endorse the misdeeds!
While do we Malaysians have a flip-flop surprise in store with a statement like this "I Know When To Go"?
Just a wonder that when the UMNO members get onto the stage for their (pre-arranged and edited) speech, they get into a trance and starts cursing what's out there that could diminish them from the face of Malaysian politics. Well that's OK to the police as well but not otherwise. Funny huh but in true UMNO boleh spirit!
Going by name of integrity and trustworthy, almost all the candidates juggling for positions in Malaysia's largest political party (not too sure if it still is) are real clean! Should such personalities with tainted image gets into Government positions, if left for all Malaysians to wonder if we are slowly drowning ourselves into becoming a nation in poverty.
It's also a wonder that MACC investigates and gather the evidence only to be passed on to UMNO Disciplinary Board for action. Shouldn't this be categorized as corruption and relevant individuals charged by MACC regardless of whether party matter or personal?
Once this assembly is over, the goonies will meet again in November/December 2009 for the 60th Assembly and one wonders how much is spent on organising such events! Is this UMNO Baru 59/60 years old????? No wonder the objectives between UMNO and UMNO Baru are distinct!!!!
Have a great time UMNOists!
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
LTBB RM25million payout!
Someone hit the "jackpot" by RM25million from the Federal Government loan for Batu Berendam airport expansion?
In August 2008, annoucement of an additional RM40million is required to extend the newly built Lapangan Terbang Batu Berendam (LTBB) runway by another 400 metres at a staggering RM100K per metre.
However, 7 months later, it was announced that the cost had escalated to RM162.5K! What had gone wrong when Transport Ministry was considering it then and now, taxpayers have to shoulder the extra RM25million. Is this how people within the corridors of power becomes rich?
The grapevine has it that, the extension arose from Ali Rustam's oversight as he had asked Air Asia what would the length required for AA planes which was Boeing 737 then. Subsequently, AA upgraded the planes to Airbus 320 and Ali Rustam hit the shit!
So he had to quote excuses like "s in line with international specifications for the safe and comfortable landing" though is true but it could have been done without incurring extra cost!
In August 2008, annoucement of an additional RM40million is required to extend the newly built Lapangan Terbang Batu Berendam (LTBB) runway by another 400 metres at a staggering RM100K per metre.
However, 7 months later, it was announced that the cost had escalated to RM162.5K! What had gone wrong when Transport Ministry was considering it then and now, taxpayers have to shoulder the extra RM25million. Is this how people within the corridors of power becomes rich?
The grapevine has it that, the extension arose from Ali Rustam's oversight as he had asked Air Asia what would the length required for AA planes which was Boeing 737 then. Subsequently, AA upgraded the planes to Airbus 320 and Ali Rustam hit the shit!
So he had to quote excuses like "s in line with international specifications for the safe and comfortable landing" though is true but it could have been done without incurring extra cost!
Are Malaysian Ministers really performing?
Will the voices of Perakians be heard now and in the future?
The developments since March 13, 2008 is rather interesting and it is evident the political power play by UMNO led BN. The people elected representative poaching activities had been an on-going agenda ever since the BN lost the State Government to the "now Opposition" with the sudden "jump" by so-called 4 friendly independents representative whom are now "disowned" by their voters with one instantaneously brandishing a new luxury car.
From then on, the struggle ensued as who is the legitimate State Government amidst accusations being thrown on both sides on the legality of the new BN led State Government. Chaos ensued with the swearing-in which led to the new Perak political masters claiming the Pakatan Rakyat State Government of "hina" or biadap" towards the Sultan of Perak which was dragged on into the Parliament seating.
It did not end there as the struggle to pursue in establishing the legitimate State Government had now ended up in the Courts with the many police reports and legal suits being filed both ends. It would take sometime before the Court able to establish a decision which many had predicted that would favor the BN. Malaysians have seen many instances of Court ruling swayed by the authorities and would it be wise for the taxpayers to incur such cost for the courts to seat and decide?
The BN led Perak State Government seem to be lack for choice of candidates to serve as State Exco with the "small" team sworn in which was made worse with the remote possibility of appointing the friendly 4 into State Exco positions.
The infamous "tree assembly" by Pakatan Rakyat state legislators gave a vote of confidence to Datuk Seri Mohammad Nizar Jamaluddin who now received the majority Sate Assembly votes to call for dissolution of the State Assembly to pave way for a state election. The majority was gained when BN state exco and the 4 friendly independents were suspended from attending the State Assembly by the State Speaker who is now seen as a stumbling block to the BN State Government.
However, what was not investigated and harp upon by the MSM was the reason for the tree assembly to be conducted in that manner. This arose when the State Assemblymen were defied from their rights to enter the State building.
The tree have now been referred to as the Democracy Tree with another 5 raintrees being planted aptly named Amanah (Trustworthiness), Adil (Justice), Telus (Transparency), Kebajikan (Welfare) and Wibawa (Integrity).
As if the accusations, police reports and legal suits aren't enough, the BN appointed Menteri Besar Datuk Dr Zambry Abd Kadir who normally appeared cool and friendly has finally blown his top by threatening to chop the trees down. He had claimed that the meeting was undemocratic and symbolise royal contempt and treason. Indirectly a tree is also a political agenda now and may end up a victim to BN reforms in Perak!
Not too sure if he was referring to a meeting held under the tree of planting of the tree which now leads to a question if the power grab by BN in Perak is democratic to Zambry!
While the political leaders in Perak are at war, the mastermind behind this power grab is facing his own dilemma with this revelation and call by 2 senior party members that the UMNO General Assembly due middle of this month to be postponed.
One thing for certain, rakyat Malaysia (minus the UMNO goonies) is really angry with what had transpired since the General Election. The Ministers had been living on "gaji buta" thus far with what regarded as the worst economic slowdown looming overhead as they are embroiled with political struggles within the party and counter Pakatan Rakyat.
Rakyat Malaysia should suggest that all Minister take a 20% cut from their allowances for being unproductive and under performing since the rakyat had placed them into those positions which they are glorified.
Get real, what difference would it make should they lose the few thousands in allowance cut compared to the millions they make from "other means" by virtue of them being in their respective positions in power while the rakyat suffers.
The Ministers had sworn to perform their level best during the oath taking but nothing of that sort can be seen till now which makes Malaysian wonder if the country is going to slide downwards further!
The developments since March 13, 2008 is rather interesting and it is evident the political power play by UMNO led BN. The people elected representative poaching activities had been an on-going agenda ever since the BN lost the State Government to the "now Opposition" with the sudden "jump" by so-called 4 friendly independents representative whom are now "disowned" by their voters with one instantaneously brandishing a new luxury car.
From then on, the struggle ensued as who is the legitimate State Government amidst accusations being thrown on both sides on the legality of the new BN led State Government. Chaos ensued with the swearing-in which led to the new Perak political masters claiming the Pakatan Rakyat State Government of "hina" or biadap" towards the Sultan of Perak which was dragged on into the Parliament seating.
It did not end there as the struggle to pursue in establishing the legitimate State Government had now ended up in the Courts with the many police reports and legal suits being filed both ends. It would take sometime before the Court able to establish a decision which many had predicted that would favor the BN. Malaysians have seen many instances of Court ruling swayed by the authorities and would it be wise for the taxpayers to incur such cost for the courts to seat and decide?
The BN led Perak State Government seem to be lack for choice of candidates to serve as State Exco with the "small" team sworn in which was made worse with the remote possibility of appointing the friendly 4 into State Exco positions.
The infamous "tree assembly" by Pakatan Rakyat state legislators gave a vote of confidence to Datuk Seri Mohammad Nizar Jamaluddin who now received the majority Sate Assembly votes to call for dissolution of the State Assembly to pave way for a state election. The majority was gained when BN state exco and the 4 friendly independents were suspended from attending the State Assembly by the State Speaker who is now seen as a stumbling block to the BN State Government.
However, what was not investigated and harp upon by the MSM was the reason for the tree assembly to be conducted in that manner. This arose when the State Assemblymen were defied from their rights to enter the State building.
The tree have now been referred to as the Democracy Tree with another 5 raintrees being planted aptly named Amanah (Trustworthiness), Adil (Justice), Telus (Transparency), Kebajikan (Welfare) and Wibawa (Integrity).
As if the accusations, police reports and legal suits aren't enough, the BN appointed Menteri Besar Datuk Dr Zambry Abd Kadir who normally appeared cool and friendly has finally blown his top by threatening to chop the trees down. He had claimed that the meeting was undemocratic and symbolise royal contempt and treason. Indirectly a tree is also a political agenda now and may end up a victim to BN reforms in Perak!
Not too sure if he was referring to a meeting held under the tree of planting of the tree which now leads to a question if the power grab by BN in Perak is democratic to Zambry!
While the political leaders in Perak are at war, the mastermind behind this power grab is facing his own dilemma with this revelation and call by 2 senior party members that the UMNO General Assembly due middle of this month to be postponed.
One thing for certain, rakyat Malaysia (minus the UMNO goonies) is really angry with what had transpired since the General Election. The Ministers had been living on "gaji buta" thus far with what regarded as the worst economic slowdown looming overhead as they are embroiled with political struggles within the party and counter Pakatan Rakyat.
Rakyat Malaysia should suggest that all Minister take a 20% cut from their allowances for being unproductive and under performing since the rakyat had placed them into those positions which they are glorified.
Get real, what difference would it make should they lose the few thousands in allowance cut compared to the millions they make from "other means" by virtue of them being in their respective positions in power while the rakyat suffers.
The Ministers had sworn to perform their level best during the oath taking but nothing of that sort can be seen till now which makes Malaysian wonder if the country is going to slide downwards further!
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