Prime Minister Najib Razak has assured everyone that the Government will continue to protect the people from destructive acts of racism and extremism.
He was sad that despite living in an independent multi-cultural nation for over 50 years, there were still those who could not tolerate, much less accept, the benefits of our society.
While these groups were often small in number, Najib said their presence was amplified through their extreme sentiments and acts.
Straight Talk applauds the PM's call to reject racism and extremism.
I believe that the fight against racism does not belong to any particular group or individual. Anyone can participate in the fight against racism, racial politics and extremism if they believe in the creation of a truly multiracial and democratic Malaysian society.
I would like to urge the PM to maintain the same stand even against his own party's mouthpiece, Utusan Malaysia, and all individuals and organisations linked to his party and coalition. There cannot be any exception or he will be seen as someone who does not walk his talk.
As a PM, his leadership of the administration is expected to keep our multiracial society peaceful and harmonious. In the longer run, he should restructure his race-based party into a truly Malaysian party which is non-racial. He should emphasize the respect and acceptance of equality in all citizenships. There should be no Bumi and non-Bumi dichotomy especially to those who are born and bred in Malaysia.
I still hope he will demonstrate enough political will to ensure that his 1Malaysia vision can be fully implemented.
He should reconsider his statement that the race affirmative action would be continued in the NEM. NEP is no longer a viable policy. It had lapsed in 1990. Instead, the government should focus on need-based policy to help all underprivileged regardless of race or creed. Those who are capable of competing and help themselves should not need the special privileges. It is a fact that the government has limited resources. NEP was grossly manipulated and was conveniently used as an instrument for corruption and cronyism.
This is not a new clarion. Any smart government should understand the need to be more inclusive in governance and policy implementation.
4 comments:
Damn... people still buy the rubbish he utters? least of all you? ... with no responsibilities and follow up he speaks... question is, does he really mean it? By what actions it shows he meant what he says? He is no any Ali, Ahkau and Mutu.
Instead of applauding to these empty cans clanging, It's time you write something that makes this theoretic meant something by pushing for policies and action ...gush!!
WE TOO ARE SADDENED!
Khoo, susah lah! With TDM stupid comments on LKY interview and being the patron of Perkasa,with Utusan promotions,its a long and winding road!!
How can it happen when 1Malaysia is not about racial equality? One cannot be without the other. We need Confucius to argue this.
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