Introduction
[1]
In my description of my blog above, I have
stated that I care and believe in my country and her future. Thus, when I read
Azeem Ibrahim’s piece which was published in Huffingtonpost.com (link here),
I was a little taken aback by the certainty of the language and the
resoluteness that Malaysia’s democracy is deteriorating.
[2]
Nevertheless, my surprise faded somewhat at the
end when the author declared his formal and official support of Anwar Ibrahim
specifically and Pakatan Rakyat generally. I understand. In the game of
politics, it’s normal to raise the allegations of mala-administration against
the Barisan Nasional, particularly when you are a PR supporter. But even if he wasn’t,
he does raise genuine and legitimate concerns plaguing the country – though his
article does fall a little short in the substantiation department as it plays
mainly on sentiment.
[3]
Essentially,
I disagree with article on 4 reasons. Perhaps he can come back with a response.
That would be nice.
[4]
This article is a bit long – go straight to the
part that interests you if you want.
a.
Eroding Racial Harmony: The Bipolarity of
Pakatan Rakyat
b.
World Press Freedom Index: What is doesn’t consider
c.
The Allah Issue: BN Schizophrenia, PR Inaction
d.
The Popular Vote: Oh Enough Already
[5]
The focus of this article will be on addressing
some of Azeem’s views.
