Rudyard Kipling"
“When you're left wounded on Afganistan's plains and
the women come out to cut up what remains, Just roll to your rifle
and blow out your brains,
And go to your God like a soldier”
General Douglas MacArthur"
“We are not retreating. We are advancing in another direction.”
“It is fatal to enter any war without the will to win it.” “Old soldiers never die; they just fade away.
“The soldier, above all other people, prays for peace, for he must suffer and be the deepest wounds and scars of war.”
“May God have mercy upon my enemies, because I won't .” “The object of war is not to die for your country but to make the other bastard die for his.
“Nobody ever defended, there is only attack and attack and attack some more.
“It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived.
The Soldier stood and faced God
Which must always come to pass
He hoped his shoes were shining
Just as bright as his brass
"Step forward you Soldier,
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't
Because those of us who carry guns
Can't always be a saint."
I've had to work on Sundays
And at times my talk was tough,
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny
That wasn't mine to keep.
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep,
The Soldier squared his shoulders and said
And I never passed a cry for help
Though at times I shook with fear,
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand,
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't, I'll understand."
There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod
As the Soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, you Soldier,
You've borne your burden well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."
Brothels as a New Benefit for Migrants in the UK? By Hugh Fitzgerald
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Edwina Currie
Robert Spencer : About 250,000 English girls are estimated to have been the victims of
Muslim — mainly Pakistani — grooming gangs in the UK. Seduced, plied
with liquor and drugs, passed around for the sexual pleasure of dozens
or, in some cases, many hundreds of Muslim males, these girls have had
their lives ruined.
At the same time, not just in the UK but all over
Europe, young Muslim males have been committing sexual assaults,
including rapes, at levels far beyond those of non-Muslim men.
One Conservative member of Parliament, and a former minister of
health, Edwina Currie, has suggested a possible solution to the
staggering number of rapes by Muslims in the UK. She proposes that the
government provide free brothels where Muslim migrants can go to satisfy
their apparently uncontrollable urges, rather than “being forced” to
seek their sexual outlet through rapes, either as individuals or as
members of grooming gangs.
More on the preposterous, but telling, proposal can be found here:
“In the UK, a new benefit for illegal migrants bruited: Free brothels,”
by Monica Showalter, American Thinker, August 16, 2026:
As if Britain’s taxpayers haven’t already paid for
migrants’ every need in spades, a new proposal is emerging for illegal
border crossers, who are mostly military aged young men: Brothels.
The former Conservative minister Edwina Currie has
defended her suggestion that there should be “a brothel” in an
Oxfordshire village set to host 1,200 asylum seekers.
The former health minister was asked on Times Radio recently for her
opinion on whether it’s right that affluent areas and rural areas should
take their fair share of migrants. The village is Piddington, where residents are up in arms over Prime
Minister Andy Burnham’s plan to place 1,200 migrants in a picturesque
and quiet village with only 400 residents
Malaysiakini : PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang has linked criticism of alleged
misconduct at Tabung Haji to what he claimed was an attempt to tarnish
Islam’s image. In a lengthy article shared today, Hadi also drew a
comparison with the Penang undersea tunnel case involving Lim Guan Eng,
although he did not name the former Penang chief minister.
“As for the Penang undersea tunnel case, its trial is halfway through, then silent, and rarely brought up,” he said. However,
he claimed the Tabung Haji issue had been amplified by “a handful” of
people who exaggerated the matter with the malicious intent of shaming
Malay-Muslims over misconduct.
“We
do not deny that there are Islamic financial institutions that commit
transgressions and misconduct, but business institutions like GLCs and
others, whose misconduct and corruption are many times worse, are swept
under the carpet. “Therefore, Tabung Haji’s wrongdoings are made into headlines because its Islamic brand is targeted,” he claimed.
Jit : Madani suppressing old funds from 1MDB to PAS. Do bring this out and see who is truthfully clean as always PAS shouts.
no difference : 'Silence' in the Penang tunnel case ? The Penang tunnel case is already before the courts and the trial is still ongoing. For the Tabung Haji case, more than three years after the RCI report was out, still nobody is charged in court yet.
Loga : Hadi Bawang's opinions..
Stale rancid onions...
Sitting on shelf after expiry date waiting for buyers no solutions...
For extending political life , on shelf on a mission....
To bring down market by contaminating fresh onions
with short sighted vision...
Turning other groceries into hate poison.
Lim You's lethal left foot honed by father since childhood
Malaysiakini : The sharpness of her left foot, honed by her father since childhood,
proved to be a potent weapon for young player Lim You as she scored
seven goals to help the Malayan Tigress Under-17 squad thrash Saudi
Arabia 9-0 in their Group A match of the 2026 Srikandi Merdeka Cup in
Kudus, Indonesia, on Tuesday.
Lim said her father had trained her
left foot extensively since she was young because there were not many
left-footed players, regarding the advantage as a speciality that should
be utilised through football.
In Tuesday's match, the 14-year-old
scored all seven goals with her left foot, proving that the special
touch nurtured by her father from a young age could be one of the most
valuable assets in her debut with the national squad.
"Since I was
little, my dad has been training my left foot a lot because not a lot
of people are left-footed and it's just like a speciality kind of thing.
I'm lucky to be left-footed.
"The
seven goals, it's not all credit to me because my teammates got me the
ball and I just helped finish the play," she told reporters during a
virtual press conference organised by the Football Association of
Malaysia (FAM) yesterday.
Lim said her debut with the national
squad also came with some challenges - language barrier being one -
because she was not very fluent in Malay.
Lim You in action against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday
However,
the young player said she was grateful to have adapted well with her
teammates and enjoyed her first experience with the national squad.
Observer2021 : Hopefully she migrates permanently to the US or Taiwan. Malaysia is not worthy of having talented individuals
Headhunter : From a professional football career perspective, she would be better off in a country where she can thrive with a professional team, access quality coaching, and train at proper venues, and where the standard of football is higher.
Unfortunately, Malaysia cannot offer her that at this time. We all wish her the best, no matter where she ends up, as long as she can make the most of her career and bring honor to Malaysia.
Joe Satriani : My aunty,cousins and nieces are in carlsbad near san diego.if you are nearby and read this, text this.
Malaysiakini : PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang’s latest broadside against DAP in his
“Minda Presiden” (president’s mind) column has drawn a sharp rebuke from
the party’s Malay leaders, who accused him of sowing hatred and
questioned why PAS had worked with DAP in the past.
In a joint statement, the DAP quartet also concluded that Hadi (above) does not produce scholarly articles, but instead conjures “weapons” that exploit Islam for his political interests.
“As
we approach the 69th National Day celebrations, it is deeply
regrettable if a political leader chooses language that could divide the
people.
“What we should defend is a Malaysia that upholds the
Constitution, respects Islam as the religion of the Federation,
safeguards the rights of all citizens and builds unity in diversity, not
a politics of fear and division,” they said.
The
joint statement was issued by DAP vice-chairperson and Bangi MP
Syahredzan Johan, Banting MP Young Syefura Othman, Bukit Bendera MP
Syerleena Abdul Rashid and Senator Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali.
(From left) Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali, Young Syefura Othman, Syahredzan Johan, and Syerleena Abdul Rashid
The
leaders emphasised that DAP has always upheld the Federal Constitution,
including Islam’s position as the religion of the Federation, the
special position of Malays and natives of Sabah and Sarawak, Malay as
the national language, and the position of the Malay rulers.
“DAP
also respects the principles of parliamentary democracy, freedom of
religion, the legitimate interests of all communities, as well as the
right of citizens to speak, learn and teach in their mother tongues.
OrangeGoat5810 : Waiting for all the hate sayers to come out in force accusing and repeating their mantra of the DAP of being only a Chinese party -- with only Chinese party interests -- despite their Indian / Singh representatives and Malay Muslim representatives speaking out
Meerkat : Hadi is bent on being a sower of discord, even when it shows how foolish his statements are. He's going to pay for it, trust me.
Demi Rakyat : Hadi is anembarrassment to Malaysia and all Malaysians.
Malukan Agama, Bangsa dan Negara!
Malaysiakini : Since embarking on their political journey with DAP, party central
executive committee member Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali and vice-chairperson
Syahredzan Johan have faced relentless criticism. Among the
labels hurled at them were "traitors" to the Malays and Islam, amid
long-standing perceptions among some conservative Malays that DAP poses a
threat to their interests and identity.
During an interview on an episode of KiniTV’s “Explain Sikit” podcast, the duo shared how they have endured some of the most painful attacks. "To me, the worst and most hurtful label was when some called me a 'kafir' (infidel)," said Syahredzan (above, left).
"As a Muslim, that is something totally unacceptable because it has come to the extent of questioning my religious belief. "That label actually makes me angry. Other than that, like being called 'barua' (lackey) and sorts, I think I have gotten used to it," the Bangi MP added.
According to Syahredzan, such nasty attacks mostly occurred online so far. Similarly, Sheikh Umar said that while he had grown accustomed to the various insults hurled at him, being called a “kafir” still hurt.
DAP central executive committee member Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali
‘Part and parcel of politics’
The
former Paloh assemblyperson, however, mentioned that he had learned to
ignore such labels, viewing them as part and parcel of his political
struggle.
Dr Peter Jebaseelan Jesudason : Hell will freeze over when PAS stops labelling DAP " Kafir " or "Murtad".
I believe these DAP Malay politicians should not respond to accusations regarding their personal faith.
PAS can always find Quranic justification to brand Syahredzan and Sheikh Umar "Kafirs" or "Murtad" so this polemic will never end. By responding, they are inviting further accusations.
The best response is to say " Let Allah be the Judge " and let the matter rest.
These accusations are defamatory so if they persist, lawyer's notices should be sent out.
Turnedback : Who are those real traitors, can't the Malay Muslim see them clearly, they are those Malay who Sakau billions and billions from Tabung Haji, 1MDB , Felda , Mara and many more institutions that set up to help the poor Malay.
Optimus : Hadi truly belongs to the longkang. Muslims should be very ashamed to have this lebai who promotes hatred and distrust, in that if anyone is not with him, then they are against him and being labelled as such.
Malaysiakini : “Nothing will stop China from being reunified,” the country’s Foreign Ministry posted on X last night. Anwar responded by citing Malaysia as an example, saying that if a state decides to separate, he would also try to stop it.
“If one province decides to break away, do we use force? I think I will protect the sanctity and unity of the nation,” he said.When
pressed by the host whether this meant he would use force if there were
a secession, he replied: “Yes. Otherwise, (the country) will be
fragmented.”
In response to the prime minister’s remarks, Taiwan’s Foreign Affairs Ministry issued a statement yesterday strongly condemning and refuting Anwar’s remarks as denigrating Taiwan’s sovereignty. It reiterated that Taiwan is a sovereign and independent country, and is not subordinate to China, and accused Anwar of jeopardising peace in the region.
Before Putrajaya speaks about force, it should first ask why increasing numbers of Sabahans and Sarawakians are questioning the existing federal arrangement at all. That question cannot be answered by coercion.
It must be answered by history, constitutional fidelity, fulfilment of promises, equality and continuing democratic consent. SABAH AND SARAWAK ARE NOT MERE PROVINCES!
Taiwan was Malaysia’s fourth-largest trading partner last year, after mainland China, Singapore, and the US; trading primarily in electrical and electronic goods.
Figures from Malaysia’s Statistics Department showed Malaysia imported RM145 billion worth of goods from Taiwan and exported RM88 billion to the island, amounting to 7.61 percent of Malaysia’s external trade.
The figure only covers trade in goods, not services.
Veteran 1972 : We who fought the Communists, got killed, maimed and lost limbs are backing Communists who killed Malaysians. From here to Sarawak. Conveniently forgetting the destitute Veterans who left the service before 2013, repeatedly asking to streamline our pensions.
Took them to court repeatedly spending our own money by crowd funding. This government protected the corrupt and until today our problems not resolved. When they wanted to bury Chin Peng here there was a hue and cry with threats hanging over the Chinese, conveniently forgetting that there was a the 10th Regiment of Malays, in the CPM. Allowing Shamsieh Fakeh to take a tour.
The words double standards mean anything to you, Ketuanan types? China is salami slicing the areas around us. PMX is losing it. The great wall of china was to keep away invaders, anything east of the wall was china, right? The West of the wall were salami sliced into china.
Dr Suresh Kumar : Hey folks, how many of you notice that, there is a sudden influx of Anwaristas aka Awar apologists, boottlickers and cybertroopers flooding the Malaysiakini comments sections trying their best to defend the Chameleon? I tell all these cybertroopers that Anwar is spent force, a pathological liar, a bigot and will be sent packing to his kampung in the 16th GE. Que sera, sera!
Dr Peter Jebaseelan Jesudason : Anwar is treading dangerous ground here and is foolishly opening up a Pandora's Box.
Taiwan has not been formally recognised as part of China according to international law.
As a democratic nation, Malaysia should be supporting the furtherance of democratic governance.
Malaysia as a small nation should not bend to Communist might and support its expansionist pretensions.
Malaysia must not take sides in a sensitive geopolitical issue. Anwar's sentiments will not go down well with Uncle Sam. USA is a superpower and is a vital trading partner and our nation shares so much in common with it.
It is foolhardy to break ties with the world's most powerful and influential democracy in favour of a Communist state.
If Malaysia is to take sides, we must not abandon the principles of Reformasi and must promote democracy. As such, Taiwan as a democratic state should be respected and supported.
If there is to be an impasse in negotiations with PRC, war is not the way. Instead, Anwar should be calling for a Taiwanese national referendum on whether it wants to be part of China or to be an independent democratic sovereign nation.
Legitimising Chinese violence will not end with Taiwan. China claims territories in the South China Sea which countries including Malaysia are challenging.
Selling out Taiwan is a slippery slope and will surely impact on Malaysia in future.
We Have A Country To Save : What’s wrong with this man ?
Why does he want to poke his nose in a place which is none of his business ?
This man will bring Malaysia to the cleaners.
This statement is really shocking.
On the Other Hand : Is this why he has sent troops into Sabah? Not to protect Sabah from external forces, but actually to use Malaysian troops upon Sabahans if they wish to secede?
Their wish to secede is based on Malaya's non-compliance with MA63, the federal government's breach of MA63, and non-payment of debts owed to Sabah.
MarioT : Gaza man is in hot soup again.
He does not care for international
diplomacy and shoots his mouth to hurt a long standing good friend.
It is time we replaced him before he causes more havoc.
GSVL : Has Anwar lost his mind? Since when has it been Malaysian foreign policy to condone the use of force as a means of resolving a dispute? For example are we going to support North Korea if they attack South Korea under the pretext of reunification of the Korean peninsula?
We will condone India if they attack Pakistan and Bangladesh in order to restore the pre-1947 India? Will we support Russia in its war to retake Ukraine since the latter broke away from the Soviet Union? While we like the vast majority of the world recognise the One China policy, we have always maintained strategic ambiguity on whether or not China is entitled to use force to reunify Taiwan with the mainland.
Anwar seems to have forgotten his history. Go back to the pre-1945 China and then study how the issue of Taiwan arose after the Communists defeated the Nationalists in the mainland in 1945. In fact until the 1970s, most of the world including the UN only recognised the Republic of China as the legitimate government of China, although, its authority was only limited to Taiwan.
Why is Anwar trying to re-write history? As for Malaysia it is entirely possible for Sabah and Sarawak to leave the federation just like Singapore did in 1965. The right to self-determination cannot be supressed by force. If Anwar thinks otherwise then even Israel is justified in its occupation of the West Bank and the Gaza strip based on the de facto situation from 1948 right up to now.
Anwar should be more guarded in his comments. He loves to shoot off his mouth without thinking of the consequences. Leave such sensitive foreign policy issues to the experts in Wisma Putra.
Just Common Sense : What happened to Anwar? He could have said 1 China policy and support dialogue but to say he supports China using force even though that would devastate Taiwan and lead to large scale destruction of property and lives?
The guy has lost his marbles. 1st PM of Malaysia and SEA leader to put foot in mouth like this. If using force is ok then Israel and Palestine using force on each other is ok too? Is this why he never condemned 7 Oct massacre but ever ready to condemn Israel??
Murray Hunter : BORNEO’S PLIGHT IN MALAYSIA FOUNDATION (BoPiMaFo)
19 August 2026
BEFORE TALKING ABOUT FORCE, PUTRAJAYA SHOULD ASK WHY SABAHANS AND SARAWAKIANS ARE QUESTIONING THE FEDERATION
Borneo’s
Plight in Malaysia Foundation (BoPiMaFo) takes serious note of Prime
Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s recent remarks during an Al Jazeera
interview in which, while discussing the China–Taiwan question, he
indicated that force would be used if any part of Malaysia attempted to
break away from the Federation.
BoPiMaFo acknowledges the context.
The
Prime Minister was principally discussing China and Taiwan and was
using Malaysia as an analogy. We also recognise that almost any
Malaysian Prime Minister, regardless of political affiliation, would be
expected to defend the territorial integrity of Malaysia.
But the remark nevertheless opens a profound question which cannot simply be brushed aside.
Before
Putrajaya speaks about force, it should first ask why increasing
numbers of Sabahans and Sarawakians are questioning the existing federal
arrangement at all.
That question cannot be answered by coercion. It must be answered by history, constitutional fidelity, fulfilment of promises, equality and continuing democratic consent.
Not only she has strong legs for a 16-year old girl but she has the accuracy too .. wow .. congrats Lim You and the Malaysian's team. Malaysiakini : Meet 'Lethal Lefty' Lim You: Teen sensation fires 7 as M'sia thrashes Saudi 9-0 to reach semis
Malaysia’s Under-16 (U-16) women’s striker Lim You is turning heads at the Srikandi Merdeka Cup in Indonesia after firing seven goals in a thumping 9-0 win over Saudi Arabia to book a place in the semifinals.
The 14-year-old, who has Malaysian-American heritage, lived up to her reputation for possessing a lethal left foot, showing a goal-scoring masterclass that left Saudi Arabia with little answer. Several of Lim’s goals came from outside the penalty box, showcasing not only the power but also her accuracy and composure.
The events of June 1989 remain some of the most pivotal and controversial moments in modern global history. This comprehensive documentary, "Tiananmen Square:
The
People vs. The Party," provides an in-depth examination of the seven
weeks that shook the foundations of the Chinese Communist Party and
changed the course of the 21st century. The Context of Reform
In the 1980s, China underwent a radical transformation under Paramount Leader Deng Xiaoping.
His "Four Modernizations" promised economic prosperity, but as society opened to Western values, a "Fifth Modernization" (democracy) took root. The decade was a time of rising expectations, but the contradiction between a liberalizing economy and an authoritarian state became impossible to ignore. The sudden death of pro-reform leader Hu Yaobang on April 15, 1989, acted as the spark for a student-led movement that soon swelled to include over a million citizens.
A Divided Leadership
We analyze the internal struggle within the Forbidden City. General Secretary Zhao Ziyang advocated for dialogue and a "socialist democracy," recognizing the protests as essentially patriotic. Conversely, hardliners like Premier Li Peng viewed them as an existential threat. Deng, haunted by the chaos of Mao's Cultural Revolution, saw mass demonstrations as a precursor to anarchy. Through the leaked "Tiananmen Papers," we uncover how Deng eventually sided with the hardliners, leading to the fateful declaration of martial law.
The Spirit of the Square
For many, the occupation of Tiananmen Square was "China’s Woodstock." The film captures the jubilant atmosphere of a self-governing city where crime plummeted. From the harrowing hunger strikes to the arrival of the "Goddess of Democracy," we witness the evolution from a plea for reform into a radicalized standoff. The documentary details internal rifts within the student leadership, contrasting the seasoned strategy of Wang Dan and Wuerkaixi with the unyielding command of Chai Ling as tensions reached a boiling point.
The Military Crackdown
The documentary reconstructs the events leading to June 3rd. As 200,000 soldiers from the People's Liberation Army (PLA) converged on Beijing, citizens stood as a human shield, stalling the initial advance. Faced with mutiny within the 38th Army, Deng groomed outsider troops, indoctrinating them to believe they were suppressing a foreign-backed riot. We hear from eyewitnesses, journalists, and medical staff who experienced the absolute horror of live ammunition and advancing tanks on Changan Avenue.
Key Figures Profiled:
• Deng Xiaoping: The architect of reform who chose the "worst of all options" to maintain order.
• Zhao Ziyang: The reformist who lost his freedom for refusing to turn the army on his people.
• Wang Dan & Wuerkaixi: The pragmatic student strategists.
Western Spirit : Your ancestors were real pious Christians who fought to defend Christendom. As you probably know by now, I have very little patience for the modern version of Christianity that Raymond Ibrahim
calls “doormat Christianity,” the idea that being Christian means
surrendering before your enemies, feeling embarrassed by your own
civilization, or confusing passivity with virtue.
Christians
have enemies in two senses: spiritual and physical, and Scripture
speaks to both. Against the spiritual enemy, the Christian fights with
prayer, faith, repentance, truth, and the Word of God; against a
physical enemy who comes to kill, conquer, or destroy, Christian charity
does not require helplessness. Christ Himself told His disciples, “he
who has no sword, let him sell his garment and buy one” (Luke 22:36),
and when they answered that they possessed two swords, He replied, “It
is enough” (Luke 22:38).
Our forefathers understood that
distinction. They could pray for their enemies while defending their
people from them, forgive personal injuries while resisting invasion,
and fight the spiritual battle for souls while taking up the physical
sword when their families, churches, and homelands required protection.
And when Muslim armies came against Christendom, they did exactly that. Fortunately, many of them left us their own words. Here is what they said…
John of Capistrano to the Christian defenders during the night assault on Belgrade, July 21–22, 1456:
“Behold,
my sons, now is the acceptable time, now is the time of the crown, now
is the time of redemption from sin. Defend the name of Jesus Christ
manfully and boldly; charge against the enemy of Christianity; fight to
defend the Catholic faith. Behold, the dogs are ready to erase the name
of Christ from the earth, and to invade, occupy and strike down
Christendom. Trust now that God will help his cause… Do not fear those
who kill the body, but who cannot kill the soul… Blessed is the one who
is struck for the love of Christ; more blessed is the one who sheds his
blood for Christ’s defense; and most blessed is the one who lays down
his life and dies for Christ’s honor. Whether you conquer on earth or
are conquered, you will be victorious in heaven. Oh Hungarians! …
strengthen Christians in their weakness; come to the aid of Christendom;
take a stand against your enemies.”
Vlad III, letter to King Matthias Corvinus of Hungary, 11 February 1462, explaining why he broke peace with the Sultan:
Understanding PAS: Visions and policies for a future Malaysian government
Murray Hunter : Fortunately, within the party, a substantial cohort of younger, well-educated professionals, technocrats and administrators advance a different vision. PAS has long been portrayed in parts of the Malaysian media and by
political opponents as an extreme religious party whose rise to federal
power would threaten the interests of non-Muslims.
Rhetoric from some older leaders has reinforced this image. Over the years, PAS has often drawn plenty of flak over some of its statements, especially from the non-Muslims in the country.
One
such statement was from PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang, who had
accused non-Muslims and non-Bumiputeras of being the “roots of
corruption” in the country.
In a continuation of his pro-Malay
rhetoric, Hadi had also called for non-Muslims to just let the majority
ethnic group continue to hold the reins of the country.
The
Marang MP had said that non-Muslims should be grateful that they have
been given “a place” in this country through the jus soli citizenship
policy that he claimed would not be afforded everywhere else.
One
must also not forget the recent remarks from Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk
Seri Muhammad Sanusi Mohd Nor that “the Chinese have China, the Indians
have India, the Cambodians have Cambodia, and the Malays only have
Malaysia”.
The professional class within PAS frames Islamic
principles not primarily as restrictive legislation but as an ethical
foundation for transparent, accountable and competent governance aimed
at returning Malaysia to stronger regional standing.
Fortunately,
within the party, a substantial cohort of younger, well-educated
professionals, technocrats and administrators advance a different
vision.
This perspective is reflected in figures such as
Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar and a wider
team of professionals prepared to administer government on technocratic
lines that the civil service could respect.
What Jacob Rees-Mogg Didn’t Tell You About the Muslim Conquest of Constantinople
Raymond Ibrahim : Mogg tried to mog us with a fairy tale about enlightened Muslims who “took” Constantinople only to preserve works of literature and philosophy.
British politician Jacob William Rees-Mogg recently made some
outlandish remarks that in many ways betray why formerly “great” Britain
has fallen prey to Islam—that is, because its “bright men” believe in
and promote fairy tales disguised as “history.”
Mogg
appeared in an Oxford Union Debate on Islam, where he argued on the
“pro-Islam” side, saying that the West has no right to be suspicious of
Islam, or see it as different than any other religion.
As
proof of this, Mogg pretended to be a historian—including by making
“historical comparisons,” because “they matter,” because “we learn from
our history,” he insisted. He then offered the following comparison (click here to watch rather than read him):
The
Christians, in 1204, sacked, pillaged, and destroyed Constantinople.
They stole things, they took things; some of them you can still see in
Venice today. But in 1453, the 21-year-old Mehmet II took
Constantinople—do you know what he did? He wrote down some of the great
works of Western literature, scholarship, and philosophy, so they were
preserved. He had ancient manuscripts copied for preservation. These are
documents that might otherwise have been lost to us, and to Western
civilization.
Mogg’s point was that, if
Muslims were historically more advanced, civilized, and tolerant than
Medieval Christians, then clearly Islam is not inherently backwards,
savage, and intolerant. Clearly shifting circumstances—which currently
seem favorable to the West, and not to Muslims—explain modern day Muslim
angst and frustration. In short, it’s not Islam itself, but all sorts
of other factors surrounding it—factors which would no doubt cause
modern Western people to behave just like the worst of modern-day
Muslims if the former experienced them.
Of course, this entire point crumbles if Mogg’s historical example is false or misleading in any way. And as it happens, it most certainly is—and not just in one but two ways: 1) it’s engaged in what is known as “lies by omission,” and 2) it is built on a false but widely believed assumption.
In this article, we will deal with the first deception—the many lies by omission. Mogg’s claims about the Crusader sack of Constantinople in 1204 are accurate. Note, however, how the transition to Mehmet begins with a “but”—implying that the Muslims behaved more nobly than the crusaders.
Note,
too, how, whereas Mogg forthrightly declares that the crusaders
“sacked, pillaged, and destroyed Constantinople,” Mehmet merely “took” it. Here’s Mogg’s assertion again, in all its glory:
The
Christians, in 1204, sacked, pillaged, and destroyed Constantinople…
But in 1453, the 21-year-old Mehmet II took Constantinople—do you know
what he did?
Actually, we do
know what Mehmet did, thanks to numerous contemporary and eyewitness
accounts—and it wasn’t to write down “some of the great works of Western
literature, scholarship, and philosophy, so they were preserved,” as
Mogg would mog us into believing.
SABAH’S 1963 SECURITY PROMISE IS NOW BEING TESTED ON OUR DOORSTEP — PUTRAJAYA MUST PRODUCE A SABAH DEFENCE AND SECURITY MASTER PLAN By DANIEL JOHN JAMBUN
Murray Hunter : 19 August 2026 : SABAH’S 1963 SECURITY PROMISE IS NOW BEING
TESTED ON OUR DOORSTEP — PUTRAJAYA MUST PRODUCE A SABAH DEFENCE AND
SECURITY MASTER PLAN
Borneo’s Plight in Malaysia Foundation
(BoPiMaFo) takes very serious note of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar
Ibrahim’s statement that the Federal Government intends to strengthen
defence infrastructure in Sabah following the expansion of United States
military facilities to Balabac Island in Palawan, Philippines.
According
to Malaysiakini, the Prime Minister acknowledged growing geopolitical
uncertainty arising from military developments in the region and
specifically referred to Balabac Island, which lies in close proximity
to Banggi Island and Malaysian waters off Sabah.
BoPiMaFo believes
this development raises a fundamental question that goes directly back
to the assurances upon which North Borneo agreed to participate in the
formation of Malaysia in 1963.
One of the fundamental arguments
presented to the people of North Borneo was that joining the proposed
Federation would provide greater security and protection against
external threats.
More than six decades later, that assurance is now being tested on Sabah’s doorstep.
THIS IS NO LONGER A THEORETICAL SECURITY QUESTION
The geopolitical environment surrounding Sabah is changing. A strategically significant military presence is expanding immediately north of Sabah. At the same time, the Philippines has never completely abandoned its historical claim concerning Sabah.
DAP's red line for quitting govt not yet defined, reform push is priority, leaders say
Malaysiakini : DAP’s specific red line for remaining in or exiting the coalition
government has yet to be clearly defined, several DAP leaders told Malaysiakini.
Party
central executive committee (CEC) member Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali said
the party’s recent national convention, where a majority of delegates
voted for the party to remain in the federal government, sent a clear
signal that DAP should strengthen its push for its agenda while
continuing to work within the current administration.
“That is the baseline entrusted to us through the vote and the support given at the convention. “So, if you ask me where the red line is, I think that needs to be elaborated further.
“And
I am confident that after that, the next level would be the Pakatan
Harapan presidential council, before it is brought to the cabinet,” he
said during an interview yesterday on an episode of KiniTV’s “Explain Sikit” podcast.
However, Sheikh Umar said the red line should not necessarily be understood as an ultimatum to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
DAP central executive committee member Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali
“But
if by a red line we mean that if a certain matter is breached, then we
retreat and withdraw our support to remain in the government, I don’t
think that is the issue.
Dr Suresh Kumar : It's all political theatre. Decision already made to remain in Madani to enjoy positions and perks until the 16th GE. The almost 50% absentees is telling.
Now talking about red line this and red line that. You fellas better have red label and go to sleep. No one is buying your narratives any longer.
Fair Play : Bottom line is this.
UMNO is not a reliable and trustworthy political partner.
They are very adept at playing the game of running with the fox and hunting with the hound.
Recent state government elections in Johor and N9 are clear examples of their political strategy.
And now Pas want this collaboration to be repeated in Melaka. And the next. And the next.
But this scenario is also DAP strength for Malaysians who wanted a united Malaysia with equality for ALL MALAYSIANS.
All DAP needs is a visionary leader.
FIRST step is to replace their present SG in preparation for GE16.
apanama is back : DAP's so-called red line, so-called reform push, and so-called urging, urging, and urging are merely BUYTIME and are also taking the voters for a ride, again and again.
An obsession with perks, benefits, and pensions has overshadowed their value and principles.
DAP spins have become too NAUSEATING over time.
Look at the DAP's behaviour for the last 3 years and 9 months—the same political theatre. DAP keep on making statements. Yesterday, DAP urged Prime Minister Anwar, and today there is news about the red line and that line.
Look at the statement script again.
It is ALL THE SAME with different wordplay. DAP is now playing with words while taking its voters for granted.
The Sunday congress is a SPECIAL congress. DO NOT compare it with the previous congress that usually selects CEC members, and DO NOT compare it with general elections and state election turnover.
However, almost 50% of the delegates did not attend; it showed that everything is wrong with DAP. That is why all these fellows have been issuing statements since Sunday.
Playing with words. Usually, percentages hide the party's actual weaknesses.
Instead of minority approval, they are saying that a majority approved to remain.
Moreover, the 14 delegates spoke about remaining in MADani, which is akin to asking the minority attending delegates to vote to remain so that it will be majority approval.
DAP will NOT come up with any red line but will keep saying it to buy time until GE16.
Later they will say, "We have tried our best but lack of time." Another joke by DAP.
DAP is just playing games with voters, and voters should take note of this party, which is merely warming the seat in MADani.
Yesterday, there was news that Akmal said he won't work with DAP in Malacca, similar to what Onn Hafiz said during the Johor state election.
Look, a youth head of a party with fewer seats can bully a party with the most seats in the coalition, and the PM merely keeps quiet. What will happen if DAP said it won't work with UMNO Baru? Anwar will issue a statement immediately.
We have seen all these "WAYANG" for the last 3 years plus, and what will be the difference in the 'wayang' for the next 15 months?
Nothing about reform, which is dead. Just buy time! Even without remaining in the Cabinet, by supporting MADani, DAP can still push for reform since the man will not move his fingers.
This means there is no difference whether DAP remain or not.
DAP could not afford to lose their positions as ministers and deputy ministers, and their appointments to various GLCs, etc. It is lifetime benefits that they won't be seeing, maybe for the next 5 to 10 years.
Malaysiakini : Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has found himself in the middle of the continued geopolitical dispute between China and Taiwan. In an interview with Al Jazeera,
Anwar voiced support for the One China policy, as well as China’s right
to use force in order to reunify the country, triggering backlash from
Taiwan.
When asked about his views on Taiwanese people’s
reluctance to accept Chinese rule, Anwar said that historical reasons
must be considered, and that Taiwan is indeed part of China, so the
decision should be left to the Chinese.
“I see Taiwan as part of
China period. We may disagree with... There are some excesses. Yes,
express your view. But it must be in that context. It is one China. It’s
accepted by all,” he said in the interview aired on Monday.
Just Common Sense : What happened to Anwar? He could have said 1 China policy and support dialogue but to say he supports China using force even though that would devastate Taiwan and lead to large scale destruction of property and lives?
The guy has lost his marbles. 1st PM of Malaysia and SEA leader to put foot in mouth like this. If using force is ok then Israel and Palestine using force on each other is ok too? Is this why he never condemned 7 Oct massacre but ever ready to condemn Israel??
Knucklehead2 : Pak Sibuk is steering Malaysia straight toward trade sanctions — a leader who speaks first and thinks later. Not very bright. Say what you will, but Tun M was a true statesman: sharp, composed, and able to handle tough interviews like a seasoned pro.
AT-SIXX : So clever to comment about one China. Total silence on one Malaysia.
GP2025 : Why is this PM interfering in other nations’ disputes AND inviting trouble to our shores? So, Malaysia is no more neutral but taking sides?
People who saw him as PM material, esp the DAP, are blind. They need to ask themselves what blinded or still blinds them!
apanama is back : Anwar, can you stop poking your nose in China-Taiwan affairs? You mentioned earlier that Malaysia's foreign policy is neutral and non-interfering, but you are doing exactly the opposite.
Even on the international front, you need to practice doublespeak as locally.
I hope Taiwan will withhold any investment in Malaysia to teach Anwar a lesson.
This fellow does not know how to be diplomatic with other countries, but her daughter will say, "use the remote to switch off the TV". But Malaysiakini is reporting it.
So Nurul must ask someone to delete the above news. Hahahahaha....
SHGC : AI SHOULD JUST SHUT UP and focus on his own dying PKR party rather than dabbling on international sensitive issues like this and the Philippines one.
World Citizen : Is he for real! Why get involved in a major geopolitical conflict between China and Taiwan. Even big powers stay out of this and they adopt the "strategic ambiguity policy" when it comes to China and Taiwan.
Anwar may be trying to cozy up to China but he has made a blunder. Why can't he be smart like many other world leaders instead of making one side angry. Now Taiwan is reconsidering its investments in Malaysia, great job Anwar.
Open minded 2281 : Anwar by your logic you will support India using force to take Kashmir as it was Indian territory until Pakistan army came and took part of Kashmir.
Of course Anwar will not support and wear his Muslim hat. Just shows why Anwar is fast losing international respect in line with the loss of support locally.
Jarchin : Anwar Ibrahim, going by your logic, Malaya was historically part of the Vijayanagar empire. So Malaya is part of India?? What nonsense!%
Asam Pedas : By that logic the seven dashes that encroached east Malaysia’s coastlines should also be conceded to China!! Chinese say those demarcations existed time before Malaya .
DAP urges Anwar to live up to Harapan manifesto, give equal funding to all MPs
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Malaysiakini : DAP is urging Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to fulfil one of Pakatan
Harapan’s election pledges and grant equal constituency development
funds to all MPs. At present, only government MPs receive the
funds, with funding in opposition states handled by government-appointed
liaisons. The government has even withdrawn control of funding from rogue PKR MPs.
This
limits MPs’ ability to serve the constituents who voted them into
office, while giving the federal government of the day economic leverage
to sway voters. In a statement today, DAP national chairperson
Gobind Singh Deo said the party has remained committed to Harapan’s
promise of equal funding for all MPs.
NoobMaster69 : Yes DAP, go after PMX for the manifesto, go after UMNO for the TH, and go after PAS for the gambling. Now is the time to attack. No point being Mr Nice guy because end of the day still being label as villains.
apanama is back : DAP is urging Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim,
DAP is urging Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim,
DAP is urging Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim,
DAP is urging Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim,
DAP is urging Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim,
Gobind, can you people find another word to replace 'urging'? Since the Sabah Slap, DAP keeps urging Anwar, but he keeps doing nothing in response to your 'urging.'
It has become a broken record of the broken record. Are you going to urge Anwar for the next 15 months?
"Urging" or 'discuss':
He does not care whether you urge or discuss. He will do what he thinks is correct.
I can tell you right in your face that Anwar does not respect DAP anymore. You have an option, but you blundered it last Sunday, and now you are living with mere 'urging' and 'discussing.'
Yes, DAP can't live without Anwar, but Anwar could live without DAP. He has more options than DAP. This explains why he does not care about your so-called urging this and urging that.
'Not just a monastery', says head monk of Tambun spiritual site facing demolition
Malaysiakini : The air at the foot of Gunung Kanthan, Tambun, Perak is cool and
pleasant, accompanied by the chirping of birds and the sounds of insects
amid the greenery surrounding the century-old Sakyamuni Caves
Monastery.
However, the area is no longer easily accessible, with
an auxiliary police booth at the monastery’s main entrance controlling
the entry and exit of visitors, who are greeted by signs declaring the
Buddhist sanctuary as “private property”.
A volunteer at the monastery, Yap Seong Yee, told Malaysiakini that concrete barriers were placed to restrict movement towards the spiritual and meditation centre.
After
squeezing through small gaps between the concrete barriers, visitors
must climb stairs that cross a rocky, damp corridor before reaching the
main place of worship located higher up in a cave.
As Malaysiakini
journalists climbed the stairs with sweat-drenched faces despite a
chill in the air, repeated reminders of “be careful, there is moss” were
issued.
“The closer to this place, the cooler the air feels. If
you go inside, it’s even cooler,” the head monk, Bhante Kusala, said
while leading journalists up the stairs where limestone formations act
as natural walls and roofs, with stalactites hanging above the place of
worship.
Veteran 1972 : First they came for the Hindu Temples
And I did not speak out. Because I was not a Hindu. Then they came for the Churches. And I did not speak out
Because I was not a Christian. Then they came for the trade unionists. And I did not speak out
Because I was not a trade unionist. Then they came for the Buddhists
And I did not speak out. Because I was not a Buddhist.
Then they came for me
And there was no one left
To speak out for me
MarioT : I doubt if it was an Islamic site, it will be still be set for demolition
BlackCougar8703 : In many other nations this place would be regarded as a national treasure and offered due reverence. The loss of this site of worship and contemplation would be a national tragedy. Surely some exemption could be made which would permit this site to be preserved in perpetuity.
darmakochi : Just wondering. Were there any old mosques in our multiracial nation that were demolished to make way for new developments?
Very concerned citizen : If anyone destroys a place of worship is condemned for the rest of that person’s life.That person’s life will be tormented and destroyed. Be careful, be very very careful.
After Umno bets on PAS gambling ban, DAP MP dares MCA, MIC to show their cards - No problem using Non Muslim tax payers money to support the "Holey States"!
Kampar MP Chong Zhemin
Malaysiakini : A DAP lawmaker criticised MCA and MIC for keeping a poker face over
their electoral ally PAS’ ambition to rid the country of gambling,
especially after Umno also endorsed the agenda.
According to
Kampar MP Chong Zhemin, the BN component parties’ continued silence is
even more unacceptable after Umno supreme council member Razlan Rafii
said his party had no problem with eliminating gambling and that the necessary laws could be amended if there was sufficient political support to do so.
“For
days, MCA leaders issued long statements attacking me, accusing me of
stirring up the issue and explaining how a government cabinet works.
YellowGecko0625 : MCA/MIC hiding under the sarong of UMNO lah, standard playbook for over 60 years, it is their political culture.
MarioT : I drink or gamble is none of anybody's business as long as I do not overstep the boundaries. MCA and MIC are peons to UMNO and will not anger their master.
Kecik Mayong : Razlan Rafii is the hidden voice of Zahid Hamidi .
People like him will chose gambling, dress code, signboards, liquor in coffeeshops as topics of the greatest importance to the nation. These topics are likely to bring in the votes, they assume.
Why are topics like corruption, good governance, economy upliftment, accountability never on their lips ?
'Wrath of the wife' beats gambling urge among Kelantan Chinese, says a bright bulb from PAS exco on court ruling
Monday, August 17, 2026
Malaysiakini : “Kelantan Chinese are no longer interested in gambling at shops because their wives will get angry,” Hilmi (above) told Malaysiakini
when asked to comment on a Federal Court decision that could have
implications for the ban imposed in Kelantan nearly four decades ago.
“What is unfortunate is that because of (Kedah Menteri Besar) Sanusi
(Nor)’s action, the matter was brought to court, and the court’s ruling
will apply to Kelantan. “Now, if any non-Muslim wants to open a
gambling shop in Kelantan, the Kelantan local authorities will have no
choice but to allow gambling premises to operate in Kelantan,” he added.
Dr Suresh Kumar : Agreed gambling is considered a vice because you rely on luck, there is an element of greed and the danger of getting addicted.
But what I don't get it is; PAS claims that they have banned gambling as it is against the Islamic teachings, despite the fact that the gamblers are mainly non-Malays. Why can't PAS be equally serious if not more against drug addiction, rape, incest, child marrriages which are rampant there and prevalent among the Malays.
What about getting serious in providing clean water, create jobs so that the youth do not have to leave their families behind and move to Penang, KL, Selangor looking for well paid jobs. What about paying serious attention to make Kelantan an industrialised state? Hmm, still pondering.
Dino : Better closed the Golok border where the wrath of the Malay woman is more significant
apanama is back : There is a big joke if one thinks carefully.
These fellows, the so-called Kelantan excos, talk about gambling no longer being popular in the state, and they tend to hide behind their wives of former gamblers.
However, when one sees the federal allocation to Kelantan, which Anwar mentioned as "Kelantan contributed RM946 million and received RM8.9 billion between 2023 and 2025," the majority of the RM8.9 billion is from SIN TAX, such as gambling, alcoholic beverages and cigarettes.
These PAS fellows may close down the gambling outlets, but their salaries and other state expenditures are from gambling money.
Stupidity has no limit, and this is also their competence.
Destroying DAP won't make Malays safer, Ibrahim chides PAS for ditching 'kawan' to woo ‘janda’
Malaysiakini : Putra president Ibrahim Ali has given PAS-led Perikatan Nasional a
tongue-lashing, accusing the opposition coalition of “slaughtering an
old friend to court an old divorcee” and behaving hypocritically.
He also pointed out that the electoral destruction of DAP would not guarantee the safety of Malays and Muslims. “Because history does not lie. Malays and Islam are damaged by hypocritical Malay and Muslim leaders themselves," Ibrahim (above) said in a statement.
According
to his colourful analogy of political betrayal and unlikely romance,
the “kawan lama” (old friend) refers to Bersatu, while the “janda tua”
(old divorcee) is Umno. Responding
to PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari’s claim that voters would
reject DAP, Ibrahim said PN should first clean up its own backyard,
where the weeds of internal conflict have long since grown out of
control.
He also questioned the rationale for wooing an “old
divorcee” who has already “shared a pillow” with DAP under the Madani
government. “PAS is now the leader of PN. It has been less than
three months (since PAS took over the reins), yet PN is already in chaos
and has turned into a political drama like 'The Three Stooges',” he
said, referring to the American comedy trio famous for slapstick humour
and their portrayal of foolish, quarrelsome characters who repeatedly
found themselves in chaotic situations.
"Is it certain that BN
will not be with PKR in GE16? The Johor and Negeri Sembilan state
elections are a short-term, temporary strategy, with (Prime Minister)
Anwar (Ibrahim) giving Umno a lifeline. "I choose to believe that
the Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections are a strategy by Anwar
and (Umno president Ahmad) Zahid (Hamidi). Wait and see what happens at
GE16," he said without elaborating.
Smiley : By saying a party supported by many Malaysians as enemy of Islam is totally arrogant and unmalaysian. I hope PAS will one day face its brunt of the threats they made against its own Msians
'No M'sian should be made to feel like an enemy': Interfaith group sounds Merdeka alarm over rising hate
Malaysiakini : As Malaysia prepares to celebrate its 69th Merdeka Day, an interfaith
group has called for greater mutual respect amid what it described as
the disturbing normalisation of hate speech, bigotry and divisive
rhetoric.
“The freedom we achieved was never intended to become a
licence to divide us,” said the Malaysian Consultative Council of
Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Sikhism and Taoism (MCCBCHST) in its
Merdeka message.
The council pointed to the recent Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections as examples of an alarming escalation in political rhetoric, with voters being urged to cast their ballots along racial and religious lines.
Categorising
this as a “dangerous path”, MCCBCHST said such narratives sought to
convince Malaysians that fellow citizens should be feared rather than
embraced as partners in nation-building. “It
is deeply saddening that Malaysians continue to be confronted with
inflammatory narratives suggesting that non-Malays or non-Muslims are
intent on undermining Islam.
apanama is back : MCCBCHST, if one politician calls non-Malays as 'pendatang' and can get scot-free, you will see more people who 'feel like an enemy' in this country.
Likewise, if another politician calls for a clean-up after proclaiming 'victory for Islam' and even converting a Hindu and posting the same on his Facebook, you will also see more people who 'feel like an enemy' in this country.
The politicians on both sides started all this, and you will see more along the way leading up to GE16.
One simple question for you. Do we have a so-called Unity Minister who is getting paid for nothing and is just a decoration? Is he sleeping or awake?
Welcome to Bigotland!
Gobind wants PM to deliver on four reforms by year end, act with same speed as Tabung Haji RCI
Malaysiakini : Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo wants Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to deliver on at least four reforms by year-end. Namely,
he wants Putrajaya to separate the roles of attorney-general and public
prosecutor, set term limits for the prime minister, and amend the
Security Offences (Special Measures) Act (Sosma) and the Peaceful
Assembly Act.
The statement seeks to continue the momentum from DAP's congress on Sunday, where delegates resolved to remain in government while pushing for reforms. DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke yesterday said they would discuss a timeline with Anwar.
Anonymous_takung : Same speed as TH RCI? Delay for 3 or is it 4 years?
Kecik Mayong : Firstly DAP with 40 MPs should reject junior ministries like Digital ! At least they should get Minister of Works or Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry or Minister of Economy or Minister of Higher Education or even Minister of Foreign Affairs.
We understand certain top ministries are reserved for Bumiputras only but DAP should have refused Ministry of Digital Affairs. This ministry is not what a party with 40PMs should get ..
CareOneCareAll : What is the point of bringing them up after the meeting? These should have been the conditions of staying in the UG for the delegates to vote on. If AI dont agree, call another meeting to decide?
That's why I opined the options given to the delegates is like Hobson's choice and more than 50% of the delegates just stay away , just like when you get fed up, you won't bother to go out and vote in elections.
IndigoTrout2522 : It all depends on if Anwar is really committed to all these promised reforms and if DAP leadership, including Loke and you, have the guts to push him.
Anwar and DAP has only a year to do them and convince the NMs and moderate MMs that you are serious about carrying out all promised reforms.
There should be absolutely no obstacles or excuses this time. Voters are watching closely and failure means Anwar and PH will be relegated to Opposition, at best. So don’t let Zahid, UMNO and PN outfox you.
apanama is back : For the next 15 months, we will see a lot of panicking 'wayang,' while the voters will keep slapping them.
From now on, the PM may say, "I will consider", "Not enough time", or "I need to go overseas to look for more investment to improve our economy."
There are many escape routes for him.
No worries, if they (PH) lose any state election, they can blame PAS, Bersama, UMNO Baru, etc. They can also use highly 'intelligent' maths to prove that their support is still intact, even though they lost.
They are expert not only in playing with words (bahasa pusing putar belit) but also in playing with numbers and statistics.
For example, you see this in the recently concluded PKR and DAP congresses, which are wonderful political theatre.
Pressure the PM. He will say, "Go and fly a kite with your pressure."
Kajang pigeon : Firstly, somebody needs to tell “Goblin”that the only thing Anwar is capable of delivering at this point is GrabFood on a kapcai ,and even that too would arrive late because halfway there he’d have to stop and ask a mat rempit for directions.
That’s how politically lost he looks. Then Nurul Izzah starts screaming like a makcik across a kampung, presumably expecting everyone to go, “Wahhh… such passion! Such fire!” Instead, half the crowd was looking for a puke bucket and the other half for a shovel to clear all the bullsh@@ piling up on stage.
Demi Rakyat : Many thought Mahathir had changed. But he fooled and betrayed the Rakyat. Guess racism is a DNA thingy.
Anwar appears to be heading the same way.
No will nor intention to reform or change. Abusing of powers. "Cash is king" now as well?
Rakyat is once again betrayed.
How disappointing!!
