Dilema Melayu intelektual

by drrafick

• Traditionally the Malays has always been routing for UMNO-BN or PAS. The clear distinction of the differences of political alliance is due to religion. Many people and myself included previously have very high regards to the contribution of BN to the nation. Maybe it is better to say the contribution of certain individuals in BN. Over the years and increasing awareness of politics in this country, the support dwindled tremendously.

• The Malays has awakened in this country. They are simply fed up. They are fed up with the unholy richness of the people in UMNO and BN, the poor management of the country and the failure to separate private assets and government assets. They find that many of the good and honest politicians within UMNO-BN failed to get rid of the dirty politicians. It is because of that they explore for alternatives.

• I scanned around the UMNO/BN representatives and see their conduct from their tweet, websites, blogs and media statements. Largely it is difficult to find an appealing character. I say difficult but not impossible. In the last 6 months, I notice UMNO MT member who is the Deputy Higher Education Minister II (Dato Saifuddin Abdullah) seems to speak his mind. He speaks from within without fear. This is exactly what UMNO need. They don’t need PR to scream to highlight their weaknesses. What they need is an internal “quality control system”. If UMNO can have more characters like him, then there is hope for UMNO

• As chairman of VICTIMS Malaysia, I have my own dilemma. I know my members largely will listen to my advice. In Okay Bistari the abandoned houses is being addressed by Ministry of Housing. It is easier for me to access the Minister than our local ADUN (AA) or the SSG. For record in the last 2 years, I have sent a dozen letters to MB to seek clarification on issues and to get an appointment. I never get a proper reply. I never get to see him. I sought the assistance from several Exco to get an appointment to see our MB. So far no luck.

• Truth is there are things that the state can do. They have to start with opening their doors and listen. If they don’t listen they will never be able to solve anything. I have my dilemma. The houses are being completed. I told RR, the PKR AMK that I will tell the truth when the times come. The truth is Minister Chor seems to be more eager to help compared to our ADUN, MP or the State Government and they are helping. The members are looking for signals from me on whom to vote. Do I endorsed a corrupt brand or chose individuals that did not help us? This is my dilemma as a leader.