GE14 | Former minister Syed Hamid Albar has urged Malaysians to vote with their conscience in order to usher in a positive change in Wednesday's general election.
“Vote with your heart. Vote sincerely. Let good judgment prevail.
“Vote for people with integrity, honour, transparency, accountability and those who are hardworking and trustworthy, so that these qualities can be imbued in a government they represent,” he said in an open letter.
The former Umno supreme council member also said while Malaysians should respect those in power, they should not fear them.
“We as voters are not here to make the strong even stronger. Let us not fall into that trap.
“I truly believe if we unite with our common goal to amplify the voice of reason, justice and honour, God willing, this will prevail over deceits, lies and falsehood,” he added.
Below is his letter in full:
May 6, 2018
My fellow Malaysians,
Our 14th general election is mere days away now and I am sure many of you have faced your fair share of 'gifts', flashy ad campaigns and fear-mongering tactics. In the midst of all that noise, I hope you have also had a chance to hear voices of reason.
We as voters are not here to make the strong even stronger. Let us not fall into that trap.
Come 9 May, let us all, my fellow Malaysians, vote with our conscience to make a positive change. Vote with your heart. Vote sincerely. Let good judgment prevail. Vote for people with integrity, honour, transparency, accountability and those who are hardworking and trustworthy, so that these qualities can be imbued in a government that they represent.
This is what democracy is about - freedom to choose whomever we feel are able to translate our aspirations into actions and not merely campaign promises, slogans and manifestos.
While we should respect those in power, we should not fear them. Think carefully about the future and know that any decision you make on 9 May will not only affect the next five years, it will set a precedent for years to come.
Malaysia is a young nation and is fast shaping itself into a true democracy. It has not been a journey without hardships but I truly believe if we unite with our common goal to amplify the voice of reason, justice and honour, God willing, this will prevail over deceits, lies and falsehood.
Fellow Malaysians, let us vote and by God let our vote translate into a government of the people, by the people and for the people. The future is in our hands. Vote wisely. As Malaysians we uphold our constitution, rule of law and of the constitutional monarchy. - Mkini
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