Gangsterism in Parliament!

Parliament under Attack!

What I saw on TV yesterday night was plain disgusting and shameful to our sacred institution; the Parliament. A group of thugs claiming to be Permuda UMNO acted like hooligans swarmed Karpal Singh and demanded his apology for claiming in the House that Permuda UMNO celaka sent him 2 live bullets and a note for his intention to sue the Perak Sultan.

Now, what Karpal said might not be nice or true. He might think and be convinced that it was UMNO Youth's doing since they're so vocal and daring in their protest against his 'derhaka' against the Perak Sultan. Karpal most probably just said that out of frustration over the incident and also the lack of police actions to safe guard his safety. But what he said is inside the Dewan. It might not be right, might not be true but he can say whatever he wants! It's a allegation and remains that; and I rate the racist and sexist remarks by some of BN MPs more disgusting. Did the Youth came and confront the 'Bocor' MP?

No one is above the law; BN or PR members. To act 'Taiko' in the Parliament; making it like your own kampung backyard shows how kampung you are! What even more worrying is the state of security in the Parliament. When Karpal was confronted it was said the securities did nothing. Where were the Police. Double standard perhaps. It was said that the security members did nothing when things were getting physically.

So, it's a big worry that if these kind of behaviour are allowed in the Parliament compound, what can be said of them when they are outside? Sending live bullet is certainly within them; I must say.... Karpal has valid reason to be worried.

If the Youth were not happy with Karpal' remark, get Khairy or Hishamuddin to ask for a apology from Karpal. You might not get one, but that doesn't give you the right to act like real dumb ass and makes our Parliament a laughing stock. Now, Khairy being their hero has issue a challenge or ultimatum for Karpal to submit proof that UMNO Youth sent those bullets. I'd say, proof submission is to be done by the Police.......

Anyway, a investigation committee is being set up to investigate this incident. A good move but to me the Head of Security in Parliament must be hauled up and answerable to this sad episode. Karpal Singh, proposed in the Dewan that the House issue a warrant of arrest against Serdang Umno Youth chief Ungku Mat Salleh and Gombak Umno Youth chief Megat Zulkarnain Omardin to be brought before the House to explain why they should not be imprisoned under Section 11 of Houses of Parliament (Privileges and Powers ) Act.

This 'show' will only get more interesting!

MACC... Will it bites?

MACC

One of the much awaited reform promised by our out-going PM has been officially launched yesterday. The Malaysian Anti Corruption Commission (MACC) has been given more power to fight corruption in this country.

Whether or not the MACC can perform without fear or favour remains to be seen but it has certainly begin on a wrong foot. It's Commissioner Datuk Seri Ahmad Said Hamdan has been criticised for his comment on the probe on the Selangor Mentri Besar on the purchase of cows and maintenance of his private car. As such some of the bloggers mocked the agency as Malaysian Agency for Cows and Cars.

There are weaknesses in the former ACA. According to Pak Lah, the government is aware of the perception that the ACA was not independent, a “toothless tiger”, selective in prosecution, slow in taking action and unprofessional in investigating. The public has no faith in the ACA because perception is a very powerful tool. Once it's seen as biased, nothing it does will have the approval of the public. Even big fish caught will always be seen as a 'sandiwara'.

Anyway, it must be seen a right move to take our fight on corruption to another level. Nothing is perfect. It's just a beginning and I think it'll take quite a few years and numerous modification before we can even be seen or talked in the same breath as the HK's ICAC. The fight must go on no matter what. Just keep our fingers crossed that this is not just another re-branding exercise.

Let the fight on corruption be real!

How Low & Dirty Can Our Politics Go?

It seems now that someone from somewhere, belonging to some political party is hell-bent to see the PR state government crumble.... by hook or by crook. By crook more like it!

Just after the fall of Perak to the hands of BN; after 3 'traitors'/frogs/kangaroos/rabbits (anything that jumps will fit the bill) became "friendly" to them, it now seems to put in some extra effort to take Selangor head on. Maybe there's an extra incentive since we're getting a new PM come March. Well, good for you if you get friendly traitors jumping to your side but nude photos? Well, that's a big big shame on our politics.

It was widely reported that Bukit Lanjan assemblywoman Elizabeth Wong's nude photos were circulated to the public and this has created an uproar among PR leaders and supporters. I haven't seen any of them but it was reported that the photos were taken before the 308 tsunami and while she were sleeping; most probably unaware. Now, this is different from what we saw from the "Soi Lek's leaked VCD". Those were something unacceptable, because SL is a married man. Having sex with a woman in a hotel is all pre-planned.

Now, the Selangor opposition leader, Khir has called for Liza to resign. So he can have another shot for a by-election to reclaim S'gor? “This is about morality, whether the pictures were taken with or without consent is another matter, I cannot accept a lawmaker whose morality is questionable,” Khir told The Malaysian Insider. Since when is it immoral to go naked in your own private place? Maybe Khir never go naked before? So.... now I'm expecting all the leaders in the country to take shower with their clothes on. Sleep fully covered with thick dark blanket covered from head to toe. Even have sex fully covered! Is this what you mean Toyol?

I'm really sorry for Elizabeth Wong for this whole incident. Be strong. From now on the fight might just be even more dirtier. The assassination of the opposition has begun. Everyone knows that there are no such things as clean politics, but we Malaysian redefined the word DIRTY.

What a Beginning!

Wow! What a way to begin the year 2009, Year of the Ox in the Chinese Lunar Calendar. This is my year, yeap... I was born 36 years ago; 3 round trips of the Chinese Zodiac.

Well, the year 2009 certainly begins with a bang for me.... literally! 1st, I lost my hand phone; thus all my contacts. Maybe it was destined, since it was a old phone and I was actually talking of getting a new one on the day I lost it. Maybe the phone got ears and got angry and ran away! Then things got worst. A few days later, my car was knocked from behind! Now the real mystery here is that no one actually knew when the car was hit or by what! It was parked in front of our house......

Then my pc crashed for the 1st time! It was infested with maybe 14-15 type of viruses/worms! Never happened before because usually the anti-virus software will take care of it. So, I got to copy all my photos and videos before formatting my pc. Screwed up big time!

So, I was quite happy to see the end of the Year of the Rat. New Year came and I've got 2 assignments from GTC. I really do feel that my luck for this year has changed. Many of GTC's groups has encountered problems with the tourist/guests but mine was plain smooth sailing! Made some money, sent-off some very satisfied guests.....

Even my fav footie club, Liverpool must be happy to see off the Rat and welcome the Ox. Prior to that we can only manage draws against lowly opponents and let Manure overtook us in the league table. Then suddenly, we banged in 2 goals (albeit last minute goals) by Torres to secure our 1st league double against Chelsea and closed the gap. Maybe things can be better after all.

I take this great opportunity to wish everyone a Very Happy and Prosperous Chinese New Year. May the Year of the Ox brings us great health and wisdom to encounter all challenges. Peace to all and Good Luck Everyone!