Aliran’s latest media statement below:
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s outrageous response to criticisms of his “acceptance” of Najib Razak’s empty 1MDB apology is deeply troubling.
Anwar did not just dismiss public concerns; he showed contempt for those alarmed by latest developments. In bizarrely calling himself “father of the nation” – an accolade usually bestowed by others – he also revealed a feudal, patriarchal streak, similar to former Prime Minister Mahiaddin “Abah” Yasin’s.
Anwar’s labelling of critics as “bebal” (dim-witted) exposes the same toxic arrogance that people endured under Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s rule.
This display of raw disdain for public opinion is not just disturbing – it is infuriating. Far from showing the humility expected of a genuine leader, Anwar words suggest that legitimate criticism threatens his ego. Is he revealing his true colours when confronted with widespread public dissent?
Meanwhile, Najib’s contemptible ‘apology’ openly mocks the nation. The convicted kleptocrat has the audacity to minimise his pivotal role in the 1MDB scandal by deflecting blame ahead of a court decision.
All the while, the people continue bearing the massive financial burden of his actions.
Najib’s purported apology is not just hollow – it is an insult to everyone in Malaysia who continues to pay for his crimes.
Where is the respect for the rule of law and administration of justice? If Najib really wanted to apologise, he could have included his apology in his submission to the courts and remained silent after that.
Anwar’s rush to accept Najib’s empty apology, coupled with his hostile reaction to public scepticism, raises serious concerns about where this administration is heading.
The courts must be allowed to complete their work without any political interference or cue.
We, the people, must maintain our right to voice concerns about this disturbing turn of events.
The people of Malaysia deserve leaders who respect public discourse and demonstrate genuine accountability. We do not deserve cynical apologies and arrogant dismissals of legitimate criticism.
Aliran executive committee
29 October 2024
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“A crime is a crime“.
https://youtube.com/watch?v=YTUrnYhzDV0
Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke rejects Najib’s apology over 1MDB
“The proposal that was formulated is about prison reforms and not about house arrests involving Najib” Loke said ”
Yes, he said that and mentioned it was his personal sentiment. However, he followed up by stating that the proposed amendments to allow house arrest had nothing to do with Najib.
Is he really that naïve, or does he think that we, the Rakyat, are naïve? Has he forgotten the DNAA episode? Whatever politicians say needs to be taken with a pinch of salt.
Happy Deepavali to all.
Strangely many people still think Nakib is innocent and is victimised.
That shows the success of propaganda, censorship and selective crackdowns. Other governments – such as Switzerland, Singapore and USA – may have recovered more of the loot for this country than it managed to do.
Public urged to prioritise early savings for retirement
https://thesun.my/malaysia-news/public-urged-to-prioritise-early-savings-for-retirement-DF13251075
Failure to prepare may lead to financial insecurity, forcing individuals to work well into old age and impacting well-being: Expert
That’s assuming the public, especially the bottom 40%, have anything left over for savings, after essential spending.
Affluent Malaysians said they need an average of US$830,000 or RM3.61 million to retire, according to HSBC’s Quality of Life Report 2024.
The survey defines affluent individuals as those having investable assets of US$ 100,000 to US$ 2 million.
What percentage of the population even has RM300,000 in retirement savings?
Maha kaya — can be used in reference to the “supreme greatness and power of Allah”, but also describe someone who is “great or highly elevated” in stature or importance, or an elite
https://www.therakyatpost.com/news/2024/11/12/12-new-malay-words-added-to-dbps-online-dictionary/
I thought it meant super or ultra-rich!
B40 cannot save money because they spend like M40. Need to know priority and not spend money for instant gratification via expensive coffee or drinks!
Two-thirds of Malaysians living and working in Singapore earn a gross salary of between S$1,500 and S$3,599. About three-quarters of them were skilled or semi-skilled, with the highest earner drawing a gross monthly salary of S$18,000.
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/malaysia-government-study-brain-drain-working-living-singapore-skilled-salary-4140731
Moral of story: work and earn in Singapore to get out of poverty.
All Mslaysians know, and most of the people in the world know, that this well know … is guilty of the crime charged in the Courts.
Write a life history of him would be a best seller. He was born with a ‘gold spoon’ in his Brian that he knew only hiw to have goodntime. Kee ka si.
The third charge under Section 23(1) of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Act 2009 that Najib is facing in the trial is noteworthy, as it involves a USD3 billion (approximately RM13.13 billion) bond meant for the development of the Exchange TRX being diverted into the former Prime Minister’s bank account.
” House arrest bill is tailored-made to suit Najib despite loud denial ”
By Phlip Rodrigues dd 4 hours ago
https://focusmalaysia.my/house-arrest-bill-is-tailored-made-to-suit-najib-despite-loud-denial/
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How many others among our Rakyat share similar thoughts? Only the current ruling political leaders seem to think and say otherwise.
However, they, the PH Madani political people, are the ones introducing this house arrest bill, which, previous governments did not find it necessary, over the past sixty plus years.
uncle rakyat, why copy other’s comment here. As senior and uncle show us the original and real thing…
What the writer wrote is basically what many of us, the Rakyat, happen to believe. Why is this troubling to you? Do you have some other opinion on the matter? If so, please, do tell us.
uncle rakyat. If is what we believe why repeat over and over again? If is not what we believe, then it is something new and many would love to know why? repeat again waste energy, elect, space and burn more coal
Some middle-class Malaysians say they are being ‘punished’ by PM Anwar’s planned subsidy cuts for ultra-rich.
Malaysia wants to trim petrol, education and healthcare subsidies for the top 15% of earners, but the already pinched middle class fears it could be in the crosshairs.
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-t15-subsidy-cut-ron95-petrol-budget-anwar-4724701
UNCLE RAKYAT, you think only China? you practise bias. What about Vietnam’s taking malaysia’s territories
https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/highlight/2024/11/04/malaysia-complains-to-vietnam-over-south-china-sea-reef-expansion/
You must orso write and kbkb
Uncle rakyat – the flood that drowned over 200 in Spain, your underground reservoir can hold the amount of flood water? Talk and bising only
Uncle Rakyat – you support UMNO with your agreement on UMNO’s social contract.You better apologise and dont say better move on otherwise a big malu on you.
‘Social contract’ idea used as weapon against non Malays, says Joe Samad | FMT Videos
As a Senior and product of Senior Cambridge, malu just to parrot especially UMNO’s action
You do not know what you are talking about. Every year, once or twice, useless politicians will bring out the subject of social contract, heading nowhere with it and stir up people like you to bising bising only. So, you should just move on.
uncle rakyat -now you denied. you supported umno’s social contract and said we should follow. we can see through you…
Good article. The PM decided to join (was part of) the Pardons Board that reduced this world-famous criminal’s punishment. Nowhere – even in S. America – does a convicted leader get such special clothing and transportation after conviction.
” I accepted Najib’s apology as an example of good leadership’ says Anwar ” dd 28 Oct 2024 10:42AM https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/103885/i-accepted-najibs-apology-as-an-example-of-good-leadership-says-anwar ======== Good leadership? Sorry, but whatever claims are made, we, the Rakyat, have lost trust in the words and statements issued by those in power. The last time, we heard this phrase ‘innocent until proven guilty,’ it resulted in an alleged corrupt individual seeking legal representation, which led to a decision of ‘Discharge Not Amounting to Acquittal’ (DNAA). We believe that a similar outcome will occur regarding the second issue, though it may involve a different political leader and a different… Read more »
The High Court has called on Datuk Seri Najib Razak to enter his defence on four charges of power abuse and 21 charges of money laundering involving RM2.28bil linked to 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB).
Justice Collin Lawrence Sequerah said the court had conducted a maximum evaluation in the case and found that the prosecution had proven prima facie in its case against the former prime minister.
The judge has put up with so much pretence, drama, disrespect of court decorum and a very long string of excuses for delay. He and the prosecutors have persevered. We can hope the gullible masses of “special people” will realise many of those leading, advising and ordering them have had the worst intentions.