KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 — Datuk Zaid Ibrahim issued an open invitation today for Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah (pic) to join PKR and reject what he says is the racism and fascism which has become prevalent in Umno.
Zaid, a former minister who was sacked from Umno, said in a posting on his blog this morning that Tengku Razaleigh was the most senior Umno leader who was not a racist.
The former minister, who joined PKR recently, also took aim at Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak for keeping quiet over the racial overtones displayed by Umno-controlled newspapers over the controversial death of DAP political aide Teoh Beng Hock.
“Only a Malay prime minister who is not racist can save this country.
“Tengku Razaleigh is a strong nationalist; indeed he is a pure Malay fighter but we never hear in his speeches anything which is hateful or racially insulting,” said Zaid.
Zaid also appeared to mock Najib in heaping praises on Tengku Razaleigh.
“He will not use the police and or the MACC to bring about the downfall of his political rivals. He will not appoint racists as newspaper editors. His wife will not be offended if her photograph does not appear in the newspapers.”
The remarks are a clear reference to the Pakatan Rakyat’s (PR) accusations against the Barisan Nasional (BN) in allegedly using the police to aid in the recent power grab in Perak, and also the current anti-graft investigations of the Selangor government which has now been overshadowed by the suspicious circumstances of Teoh’s death.
Zaid also appeared to be referring to an article on Sunday in the Umno-controlled Berita Harian that was written by New Straits Times group managing editor Zainul Ariffin Isa.
Zainul had suggested that the opposition was using Teoh’s death as part of an agenda to weaken Malay-controlled institutions. He also criticised Selangor Mentri Besar Tan Sri Khalid Ibrahim for questioning “those of his own race to act fairly”.
Zaid said that it was unfortunate that Tengku Razaleigh still harbours hope that he can save Umno.
“For me, Umno today is no longer the Umno which Ku Li fought for previously. I think it is better if Ku Li considers joining Parti Keadilan Rakyat.”
Zaid said that many Umno leaders and lawmakers could no longer differentiate their nationalist responsibilities from racist and fascist thinking.
“That is why they cannot save the country. That is why Berita Harian and Utusan Malaysia constantly reflect evil philosophies of racial and religious hatred.
“It does not make sense when Umno leaders ask their media messengers to describe the anger and sadness felt by Malaysians over Teoh’s death as politicisation.
“They even describe the sadness of the public as something which is questioning Malay institutions. Since when is MACC a Malay institution? This is the kind of racial poison which has been absorbed into the minds of Umno’s leaders and media,” he said.
Zaid also expressed hope that the Malay community would not be “deceived by racial poisoning,” because he said the Malays were a noble and responsible people.
The Malays, he said, were also proud of their Islamic values which viewed with contempt any form of racism.
“When the Malays and their leaders reject racism and fascist thinking then only can Malaysia be saved,” he said.
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written by Selangorian, July 21, 2009
written by Selangorian, July 21, 2009
Words of wisdom from a very wise man. My respect for ZI grows everyday.
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written by PM, July 21, 2009
written by PM, July 21, 2009
Well said, Zaid.
Teoh's death is not about race. It is about the death of a Anak Malaysia.
Comments about MACC is not about race-domination or about undermining a certain race. It is about their performance as an independent agency and professionalism, or rather the lack of it.
Teoh's death is not about race. It is about the death of a Anak Malaysia.
Comments about MACC is not about race-domination or about undermining a certain race. It is about their performance as an independent agency and professionalism, or rather the lack of it.
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written by Don, July 21, 2009
written by Don, July 21, 2009
Datuk, There are hope for our's belove country if there are more like U. My salute.
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written by nkh, July 21, 2009
written by nkh, July 21, 2009
to all my beloved Malay brothers & sisters;
Please save our beloved Malaysia for our children.
Give them a place which is safe & full of hope.
We really need your strength.
We need Malay to tell Malay that our country is in trouble.
Chinese & Indian feel so helpless.
Please do something.
Please save our beloved Malaysia for our children.
Give them a place which is safe & full of hope.
We really need your strength.
We need Malay to tell Malay that our country is in trouble.
Chinese & Indian feel so helpless.
Please do something.
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written by tohkongmosjid, July 21, 2009
written by tohkongmosjid, July 21, 2009
Dear Ku Li,
I understand you still 'sayang' UMNO. But do try to save it from the outside. Let it die once and you step in to rebuild it back to the UMNO we knew from Tunku Abdul Rahman's day.
You are the chosen one.
Take the leap and jump. How many years you have left? Let's do something memorable together for Malaysia with ZI.
TohkongMosjid
I understand you still 'sayang' UMNO. But do try to save it from the outside. Let it die once and you step in to rebuild it back to the UMNO we knew from Tunku Abdul Rahman's day.
You are the chosen one.
Take the leap and jump. How many years you have left? Let's do something memorable together for Malaysia with ZI.
TohkongMosjid
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written by tohkongmosjid, July 21, 2009
written by tohkongmosjid, July 21, 2009
Dear Ku Li,
I understand you still 'sayang' UMNO. But do try to save it from the outside. Let it die once and you step in to rebuild it back to the UMNO we knew from Tunku Abdul Rahman's day.
You are the chosen one.
Take the leap and jump. How many years you have left? Let's do something memorable together for Malaysia with ZI.
TohkongMosjid
I understand you still 'sayang' UMNO. But do try to save it from the outside. Let it die once and you step in to rebuild it back to the UMNO we knew from Tunku Abdul Rahman's day.
You are the chosen one.
Take the leap and jump. How many years you have left? Let's do something memorable together for Malaysia with ZI.
TohkongMosjid
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written by Littlebird, July 21, 2009
written by Littlebird, July 21, 2009
Yes, Ku Li can be a more suitable PM than DSAi (no offence, pls) under current situation. Being a royalty himself he is the best person to correct the wrong in Perak. True Malaysia marrying a non Malay. But would he?
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written by thomas, July 21, 2009
written by thomas, July 21, 2009
The very root of the racism in this country lies in the fact that we have denied and ignored the very basic rights of our Orang Asli who has been suppressed and marginalised all this while.
Time and time again, the major races have ignored the fact that the true inhabitants of this land are the Orang Asli and that we are all "pendatangs".
While the major races spend time calling each other names, our Orang Asli are being driven out of their land, their places of worship destroyed and aids meant for them fell into the wrong hands.
If only we can return to the basic fundamentals and right the wrongs in our worldly pursuit and treatment of the Orang Asli, then we are on the right path to racial harmony.
Time and time again, the major races have ignored the fact that the true inhabitants of this land are the Orang Asli and that we are all "pendatangs".
While the major races spend time calling each other names, our Orang Asli are being driven out of their land, their places of worship destroyed and aids meant for them fell into the wrong hands.
If only we can return to the basic fundamentals and right the wrongs in our worldly pursuit and treatment of the Orang Asli, then we are on the right path to racial harmony.
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written by Loke Khim, July 21, 2009
written by Loke Khim, July 21, 2009
Dear Dato' Zaid,
Thanks God that Malaysia still have you. Please continue your fight for a new Malaysia. I will remember you in my prayer.
Thanks God that Malaysia still have you. Please continue your fight for a new Malaysia. I will remember you in my prayer.
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written by the critic, July 21, 2009
written by the critic, July 21, 2009
I think Ku Li is anytime better than the rest of the UMNO gang (the only other one that is halfway decent is Shahrir Samad). However, I can't trust him completely. Remember when he betrayed everyone by pulling Semangat 46 back into UMNO?
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written by Greenbug, July 21, 2009
written by Greenbug, July 21, 2009
Ku Li, you should answer the call to duty to the people and country. Save the country before its too late.
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written by angryman, July 21, 2009
written by angryman, July 21, 2009
Yes, Yes, that's the way, Zaid. I respect you.
Dear Ku Li, please consider the invitation as our country need people, like you.
Well said, Zaid, I really respect you, from the bottom of my heart.
Dear Ku Li, please consider the invitation as our country need people, like you.
Well said, Zaid, I really respect you, from the bottom of my heart.
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written by fuad, July 21, 2009
written by fuad, July 21, 2009
What can I say.......... Datuk Zaid is a true Malaysian Hero.
Racism and facism will destroy this beautiful multi racial and multi cultural nation.
Racists and facists are present in nearly all if not all the race based political parties... so we
should get rid of them. Reject them as and when we can.....................
Racism and facism will destroy this beautiful multi racial and multi cultural nation.
Racists and facists are present in nearly all if not all the race based political parties... so we
should get rid of them. Reject them as and when we can.....................
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written by cty, July 21, 2009
written by cty, July 21, 2009
The Malays are indeed a noble and resposible people as exemplified by Anwar, Tok Guru, Zaid, RPK and the man on the streets. Zaid is fearless in his attack on fascism and racism in Umno. Chinese leaders must learn from him and come out against racism and fascism festering in Chinese educationist groups. Only then can this country be free from the shackles of fascism.
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written by Ex Malaysian, July 21, 2009
written by Ex Malaysian, July 21, 2009
Lets get good leaders to work together with a strong focus to throw out BN/UMNO in the next genaral elections. Thereafter we need these great leaders to make the necessary changes to PDRM, MACC, AG, Judiciary, Education policies etc. so that our country will be great agin one day. Lets not make this a dream but a reality.
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written by Bee, July 21, 2009
written by Bee, July 21, 2009
If Tengku Razaleigh joined Pr then the next prophecy will surely mature for our next line of PMs.
The existing prophecy “RAHMAN” ends with an “N”. Tengku must join the alternate government before GE13 and form the next Government; he will be the first PM of the “RAZALEIGH” prophecy. I have a spiritual dream and this is going to happen. I implore you to join the alternate government and form the next government, now that we have in place the next three PMs
The existing prophecy “RAHMAN” ends with an “N”. Tengku must join the alternate government before GE13 and form the next Government; he will be the first PM of the “RAZALEIGH” prophecy. I have a spiritual dream and this is going to happen. I implore you to join the alternate government and form the next government, now that we have in place the next three PMs
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written by Vijay Kumar Murugavell, July 21, 2009
written by Vijay Kumar Murugavell, July 21, 2009
Zaid quoted “Tengku Razaleigh is a strong nationalist", maybe so but we need more Patriots and less nationalists,The patriot and the nationalist often use similar words, many get confused unless you scrutinize the context.
The nationalist says his country is always right. He reduces his country to an abstraction or idea, not just his home.
This is not very different from someone saying he is proud to be of certain ethnic origin, which in my opinion is quite stupid really,
because none of us chose our parents or geographical location we happened to be born.
A patriot may accept that his country could be wrong, but loves it anyway and strives to improve it thru constructive criticism.
Patriotism is relaxed. Nationalism is rigid.
That's why sometimes a nationalist may find a patriots good natured humor about their country quite annoying, does this sound familiar ?
That's also why in my opinion the ultra nationalist UMNO berates anyone who do not subscribe to their view as unpatriotic.
The nationalist says his country is always right. He reduces his country to an abstraction or idea, not just his home.
This is not very different from someone saying he is proud to be of certain ethnic origin, which in my opinion is quite stupid really,
because none of us chose our parents or geographical location we happened to be born.
A patriot may accept that his country could be wrong, but loves it anyway and strives to improve it thru constructive criticism.
Patriotism is relaxed. Nationalism is rigid.
That's why sometimes a nationalist may find a patriots good natured humor about their country quite annoying, does this sound familiar ?
That's also why in my opinion the ultra nationalist UMNO berates anyone who do not subscribe to their view as unpatriotic.
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written by Krishna, July 21, 2009
written by Krishna, July 21, 2009
Tengku, country is more important than party especially if the party is one which is bringing the country to ruin. Be a true leader and take up the fight as a Malaysian. Future generations of Malaysians will owe a debt of gratitude.
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written by telur dua, July 21, 2009
written by telur dua, July 21, 2009
UMNO (Baru) is nothing but a fake and exploiting the very people they claim to defend.
Analogy : 'UMNO elites topple the bridge after crossing it, leaving the Malays stranded on the other side.'
You are on your own, boys. This is UMNO (Baru) for you. It is sickening that they keep blaming the Chinese. (Read TDM's post on chedet)
Analogy : 'UMNO elites topple the bridge after crossing it, leaving the Malays stranded on the other side.'
You are on your own, boys. This is UMNO (Baru) for you. It is sickening that they keep blaming the Chinese. (Read TDM's post on chedet)
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written by A Malaysian Cina Kui ., July 21, 2009
written by A Malaysian Cina Kui ., July 21, 2009
H'rable Datuk Zaid Ibrahim,
As the Dark Forces continues with their desperate attempts to take greater & greater control with the aim to disrupt this beloved nation of ours, you are indeed a Brave One who is "God Sent".
You are one who can still remain very "Melayu" and yet would openly stress on the importances of all the other races to live in harmony as the real One Malaysia.
Clearly, this must be the all embracing Attribute of any Malaysian Melayu who aspire to hold the position as the Prime Minister of Malaysia!
As the Dark Forces continues with their desperate attempts to take greater & greater control with the aim to disrupt this beloved nation of ours, you are indeed a Brave One who is "God Sent".
You are one who can still remain very "Melayu" and yet would openly stress on the importances of all the other races to live in harmony as the real One Malaysia.
Clearly, this must be the all embracing Attribute of any Malaysian Melayu who aspire to hold the position as the Prime Minister of Malaysia!
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written by Tim, July 21, 2009
written by Tim, July 21, 2009
Tengku Razaleigh may not be able to save UMNO (since it is now beyond redemption) but he can still save Malaysia. I think between saving UMNO and saving Malaysia, it makes more sense to save Malaysia from walking down the road of irredeemable corruption in all its institutions - government, police, MACC, EC, judiciary, etc. The window for the change of tide is closing fast, and a cross over to PKR by someone such as Ku Li would certainly help to resuscitate the effort and fight for a better Malaysia for all Malaysians and our future generations.
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written by jazzylips, July 21, 2009
written by jazzylips, July 21, 2009
If MACC is Malay institution so are every other agencies that are majority Malay controlled, which include the police, army, judiciary, civil service, cabinet, etc. This sort of posturing suggest a very juvenile and naive attitude of the authors. Why must every issue be race based? We are moonwalking away from Vision 2020 if this sort of thinking continues to determine how our government works. Not openly condemning such reports means the government is supporting them.
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written by V.ConcernedMalaysian, July 21, 2009
written by V.ConcernedMalaysian, July 21, 2009
Great words from a great and noble Malay. Although I am a Malaysian Chinese, I am entirely in support of what Zaid Ibrahim has pointed out. Only him, Ku Li, Anwar, Khalid, Nik Aziz and impartial PAS leaders will be able to save Malaysia. It is not about the struggle of just one race, it is a struggle of all the races ( be it Malay, Chinese or Indians) to ensure that Malaysia continues to be relevant on this earth.
I will vote for Zaid as PM of Malaysia given an opportunity. He is a leader of Malaysia and a noble Malay leader who speak for the good of the whole community. Great man, great vision. Malaysia will certainly flourish under him.
I will vote for Zaid as PM of Malaysia given an opportunity. He is a leader of Malaysia and a noble Malay leader who speak for the good of the whole community. Great man, great vision. Malaysia will certainly flourish under him.
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written by Seniorzen, July 21, 2009
written by Seniorzen, July 21, 2009
I echo Datuk Zaid's call for you, our dear Ku Li, to take immediate drastic action to save our beloved country by joining PKR before it is too late. As a senior citizen, I go down on my knees to beg you to save this country for our children and theirs. Its is now or never. Time is running out.
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written by change28, July 21, 2009
written by change28, July 21, 2009
The hopes of all Malaysians rest on the shoulders of people like Zaid Ibrahim and the uncorrupted leaders in PR.
Long may all of you run!
Long may all of you run!
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written by zackeye, July 21, 2009
written by zackeye, July 21, 2009
Everybody should make sacrifices for the betterment of the nation. Stop being racists and of course leave all the race based parties and lets built a democratic Malaysia free for all. Tengku Razaleigh must lead in dismantling UMNO and BN. The nation need you.
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written by teacher, July 21, 2009
written by teacher, July 21, 2009
Well said Zaid, it was a needless death and hopefully Ku Li will answer your call to join PKR. Justice for Teoh, justice for all Malaysians.
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written by Durian Besar, July 21, 2009
written by Durian Besar, July 21, 2009
My two hands up for Ku Li to be the next Prime Minister
My two hands up for Zaid Ibrahim to be the next DPM.
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What would you say??
Beloved fellow Malaysians, put a "+" here if you sokong so.
For Malaysia!!!
My two hands up for Zaid Ibrahim to be the next DPM.
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What would you say??
Beloved fellow Malaysians, put a "+" here if you sokong so.
For Malaysia!!!
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written by ANTIRACIST, July 21, 2009
written by ANTIRACIST, July 21, 2009
FASCISM FROM MERRIAM-WEBSTER ON-LINE DICTIONARY
1. a political philosophy, movement, or regime (as that of the Fascisti) that exalts nation and often race ABOVE the individual and that stands for a centralized AUTOCRATIC government headed by a DICTATORIAL leader, severe economic and social regimentation, and FORCIBLE SUPPRESSION OF OPPOSITION
2: a tendency toward or actual exercise of strong AUTOCRATIC OR DICTATORIAL CONTROL.
THAT'S UMNO FOR YOU !
1. a political philosophy, movement, or regime (as that of the Fascisti) that exalts nation and often race ABOVE the individual and that stands for a centralized AUTOCRATIC government headed by a DICTATORIAL leader, severe economic and social regimentation, and FORCIBLE SUPPRESSION OF OPPOSITION
2: a tendency toward or actual exercise of strong AUTOCRATIC OR DICTATORIAL CONTROL.
THAT'S UMNO FOR YOU !
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written by so clear, July 21, 2009
written by so clear, July 21, 2009
Zaid's stature grows each day even though he is no longer Law Minister. His successor pales in comparison from Day One, and keeps dimming day by day.
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written by Chinamen, July 21, 2009
written by Chinamen, July 21, 2009
IT IS THIS SORT OF MALAY LEADERS like Zaid & Razaleigh THAT NON-MALAYS WILL GLADLY FOLLOW AND SUPPORT. These VISIONARY, BROAD-MINDED, MALAY MALAYSIANS, Who See themselves first as Malaysians, then as malays.
Mahatir's outlook is outdated. He has failed to open his mind to the new world. The world is moving on to knowledge economy, past racism....those who miss it, risk the entire nations relegated to poverty, and economic degradation.
Mahatir's outlook is outdated. He has failed to open his mind to the new world. The world is moving on to knowledge economy, past racism....those who miss it, risk the entire nations relegated to poverty, and economic degradation.
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written by neutral, July 21, 2009
written by neutral, July 21, 2009
What the honorable ZI said echoes the sentiments of us, the common rakyat!
if only we had more leaders like him... and no, I don't believe there is one party that is 100% committed to serving the rakyat, whatever they say.
We need more ppl like ZI to clean up the rotten core.
if only we had more leaders like him... and no, I don't believe there is one party that is 100% committed to serving the rakyat, whatever they say.
We need more ppl like ZI to clean up the rotten core.
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written by Anak Malaysia, July 21, 2009
written by Anak Malaysia, July 21, 2009
I certainly sokong the invitation of Ku Li to join PR as he can contribute very much to helping the country to move back to rebuilding Malaysia - a Malaysia that is blind to race and colour.
Perhaps it's also not too late toi a true Malaysian patriot - another member of the Kelantan Royal family. Tengku Ahmad Rithauddin was born in the same mould as our Bapak Tunku Abdul Rahman and he has the love of the nation in his blood. Should we have both these 2 senior Warriors in PR, Malaysia will certainly be back on the right track.
Perhaps it's also not too late toi a true Malaysian patriot - another member of the Kelantan Royal family. Tengku Ahmad Rithauddin was born in the same mould as our Bapak Tunku Abdul Rahman and he has the love of the nation in his blood. Should we have both these 2 senior Warriors in PR, Malaysia will certainly be back on the right track.
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written by PH Chin, July 21, 2009
written by PH Chin, July 21, 2009
Datuk Zaid and Tengku Razaleigh, you are our hope for a better Malaysia.
The 'rakyat' are blessed by you both. May God bless you !
The 'rakyat' are blessed by you both. May God bless you !
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written by Ipohkia, July 21, 2009
written by Ipohkia, July 21, 2009
Ku Li & Zi,
Malaysia racial assurance are in the hand of you both learned person, You can see what UMNO is doing, MCA is finish, MIC is long gone, so the only way out is join PKR and let the hopes of all Rakyat Malaysia continue to live in this multi race country with god peace, good health, harmony, safe and good security. Not one go into MACC & POLICE alive and comes out as corpse.
Who is next nobody knows, it can be a Malay, Chinese, Indians of Kadazan or Ibans but all we can say is IT CAN'T BE ANYBOBY but ANAK MALAYSIA.
Malaysia racial assurance are in the hand of you both learned person, You can see what UMNO is doing, MCA is finish, MIC is long gone, so the only way out is join PKR and let the hopes of all Rakyat Malaysia continue to live in this multi race country with god peace, good health, harmony, safe and good security. Not one go into MACC & POLICE alive and comes out as corpse.
Who is next nobody knows, it can be a Malay, Chinese, Indians of Kadazan or Ibans but all we can say is IT CAN'T BE ANYBOBY but ANAK MALAYSIA.
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written by Jtan, July 21, 2009
written by Jtan, July 21, 2009
I have many Malay friends and neighbours. We play, laugh and eat together. We respect each others beliefs and culture. UMNO is breaking everything up for their elite few. If Zaid and DSAI can stop the rot, why not. I am all for longevity of multi racial one country.
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written by zs, July 21, 2009
written by zs, July 21, 2009
Ku Li is probably the only guy left in UMNO who earns much of my respect.
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written by Eskay, July 21, 2009
written by Eskay, July 21, 2009
Malaysia has been in darkness the last three decades.
The day KU Li joins the PKR, then sunshine will brighten this country once more, as it did the years immediately after Independence, in 1957.
The day KU Li joins the PKR, then sunshine will brighten this country once more, as it did the years immediately after Independence, in 1957.
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written by MO2, July 21, 2009
written by MO2, July 21, 2009
I tell you all, skali KuLi also join PR, we all SURE WIN!!!!
Pls pls Yang Berhormat Tengku Razaleigh! Join PKR. Join PR. Join our fight for a STRONG PROUD MALAYSIA!
Pls pls Yang Berhormat Tengku Razaleigh! Join PKR. Join PR. Join our fight for a STRONG PROUD MALAYSIA!
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written by alamalikut, July 21, 2009
written by alamalikut, July 21, 2009
Ku Li... UMNO just like retired prostitute.. or if not, a women just coming to menopause age.. leave them behind joint new freshies and energetic community. ..... what say you Ku Li??
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written by A malaysian Cina Kui, July 21, 2009
written by A malaysian Cina Kui, July 21, 2009
Yg Amat Mulia Ku Li,
Permit me to concur with Yg Berbahagia Datuk Zaid Ibrahim's suggestion and probably many more other fellow Malaysians, that you should consider seriously to join KEADILAN.
Each of us has only a life to lead and it should be viewed as one that is given by none other than God Almighty. God has given us free will to a certain extent and therein probably lies His 'tests' to see what each of us is doing so that He will Alone decide which 'room' each of us will be heading to when our time is up.
After all, it is said in one of the Scriptures, "In My Kingdom, there are many rooms." Simple logic is enough for one to know that when you commit murder, for example, by throwing another soul out of a high building, then the culprits have already booked themselves in that one "Room" which is "Hell".
God Almighty also said, "...and the Meek shall rule the World."
It is my understanding that 'Meek' refers to attributes of humility & obedience. Only then can one have a better chance of managing anything well in accordance with His Will.
YAM Ku Li, you have that attributes to put right all the wrongs that are happening now in our beloved country, Malaysia.
With respects, what is so great with this organisation UMNO that you still want to stick to? It is only a vehicle that was meant to lead but it has unfortunately fallen from grace. Hence, it has failed the 'test' of The Great One.
A leader must openly declare in words & deeds that he is to serve everyone regardless of race & religion. It is simple logic that each and everyone of us comes from the same One & Only God Almighty. And it follows that any discrimination of any single soul is an insult to God Almighty.
A serious crime is to harp & twist on Issues of Race & Religion. Its blasphemy!!
It is an earnest plea that you should act speedily to put Malaysia on track again.
i humbly remain.
Permit me to concur with Yg Berbahagia Datuk Zaid Ibrahim's suggestion and probably many more other fellow Malaysians, that you should consider seriously to join KEADILAN.
Each of us has only a life to lead and it should be viewed as one that is given by none other than God Almighty. God has given us free will to a certain extent and therein probably lies His 'tests' to see what each of us is doing so that He will Alone decide which 'room' each of us will be heading to when our time is up.
After all, it is said in one of the Scriptures, "In My Kingdom, there are many rooms." Simple logic is enough for one to know that when you commit murder, for example, by throwing another soul out of a high building, then the culprits have already booked themselves in that one "Room" which is "Hell".
God Almighty also said, "...and the Meek shall rule the World."
It is my understanding that 'Meek' refers to attributes of humility & obedience. Only then can one have a better chance of managing anything well in accordance with His Will.
YAM Ku Li, you have that attributes to put right all the wrongs that are happening now in our beloved country, Malaysia.
With respects, what is so great with this organisation UMNO that you still want to stick to? It is only a vehicle that was meant to lead but it has unfortunately fallen from grace. Hence, it has failed the 'test' of The Great One.
A leader must openly declare in words & deeds that he is to serve everyone regardless of race & religion. It is simple logic that each and everyone of us comes from the same One & Only God Almighty. And it follows that any discrimination of any single soul is an insult to God Almighty.
A serious crime is to harp & twist on Issues of Race & Religion. Its blasphemy!!
It is an earnest plea that you should act speedily to put Malaysia on track again.
i humbly remain.
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written by rightan, July 21, 2009
written by rightan, July 21, 2009
dear Tengku, chua jui meng joined PKR coz he believed in multi racial politic to save this country.otherwise,malaysia under extreme umno racial politic will doom us for how much longer can this country withstand the constant and daily poisoning of racial reporting in our Utusan/berita harian/mass media?
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written by u.s.gill, July 21, 2009
written by u.s.gill, July 21, 2009
Yes, our dear Ku Li ..... the time of reckoning has come. Your priority must be to save this beatiful country from 'total' destruction at this point of time in our history. Of course, the PMship is waiting on the platter for you. You'll be able to do wonders in just 5 years which you have been sadly deprived in the last 2 decades. Please DECIDE NOW !
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written by Aries, July 21, 2009
written by Aries, July 21, 2009
Zaid Ibrahim EMBODIES THE TRUE MALAYSIAN SPIRIT.
It doesn't matter whether one is a Malay, Chinese, Indian, Iban, Kadazan, Murut, Serani, Sakai, Senoi, etc., etc., as far as the nurturing and teaching of morality and humanism is concerned. Virtues are colourless.
It is important for one to know HOW to respect others, and be respected in return; to treat others with dignity, and be treated accordingly in return.
There must be sincere reciprocity and mutuality in treating and accepting one another. Such an approach easily surpasses tolerating one another blindly or through coercion.
It is such sincere and unconditional sense of brotherhood among Malaysians without any tinge of racialism, prejudice, discrimination, or colouration of any kind that must be rekindled, instilled and nurtured in each and every Malaysian.
Morality and magnanimity begin with considering the well-being and interest of others before our own.
Kindness will be repaid with kindness.
It is such gentle and unconditional kindness which will touch the heart, mind and soul of fellow human beings. Only monsters, madmen, and the utterly selfish in mind and heart will never accept such virtues.
Zaid Ibrahim, through his many acts and words, had displayed that unmistakable gentle kindness that Malaysians hoped for and desired.
It is his clear, fair, open, sincere and simple approaches, as opposed to pretensions, which appeal to Malaysian of every ethnic and religious backgrounds.
It is hoped that his sincerity and fervent desire to contribute to a Better and Brighter Malaysia will influence and attract our beloved Ku Li to contribute to similar causes.
It doesn't matter whether one is a Malay, Chinese, Indian, Iban, Kadazan, Murut, Serani, Sakai, Senoi, etc., etc., as far as the nurturing and teaching of morality and humanism is concerned. Virtues are colourless.
It is important for one to know HOW to respect others, and be respected in return; to treat others with dignity, and be treated accordingly in return.
There must be sincere reciprocity and mutuality in treating and accepting one another. Such an approach easily surpasses tolerating one another blindly or through coercion.
It is such sincere and unconditional sense of brotherhood among Malaysians without any tinge of racialism, prejudice, discrimination, or colouration of any kind that must be rekindled, instilled and nurtured in each and every Malaysian.
Morality and magnanimity begin with considering the well-being and interest of others before our own.
Kindness will be repaid with kindness.
It is such gentle and unconditional kindness which will touch the heart, mind and soul of fellow human beings. Only monsters, madmen, and the utterly selfish in mind and heart will never accept such virtues.
Zaid Ibrahim, through his many acts and words, had displayed that unmistakable gentle kindness that Malaysians hoped for and desired.
It is his clear, fair, open, sincere and simple approaches, as opposed to pretensions, which appeal to Malaysian of every ethnic and religious backgrounds.
It is hoped that his sincerity and fervent desire to contribute to a Better and Brighter Malaysia will influence and attract our beloved Ku Li to contribute to similar causes.
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written by John Siew, July 22, 2009
written by John Siew, July 22, 2009
reply to Frank Teh:
Q:hmmm...a PAS elder who has praise for Zaid?
A:how about the PAS Spiritual leader Tok Guru Nik Aziz good enough for you? hahahahaha!!! tok guru went over to Zaid's house for Raya even when he was Law Minister, and at Manek Urai, Zaid was campaigning for the PAS candidate with Tok Guru's support as well.
Q:opportunist? = staying in government as Minister to makan gaji even when Teresa Kok, RPK, and journalist are locked up under ISA
A: he didn't. he said that it wasn't right and he resigned as Minister. hypocrites (in all parties) can say they believe in this and that, and sound nice for the media, but when the chips are down, he delivered and walked the talk. doesn't sound like a hypocrite to me :)
Q:hmmm...a PAS elder who has praise for Zaid?
A:how about the PAS Spiritual leader Tok Guru Nik Aziz good enough for you? hahahahaha!!! tok guru went over to Zaid's house for Raya even when he was Law Minister, and at Manek Urai, Zaid was campaigning for the PAS candidate with Tok Guru's support as well.
Q:opportunist? = staying in government as Minister to makan gaji even when Teresa Kok, RPK, and journalist are locked up under ISA
A: he didn't. he said that it wasn't right and he resigned as Minister. hypocrites (in all parties) can say they believe in this and that, and sound nice for the media, but when the chips are down, he delivered and walked the talk. doesn't sound like a hypocrite to me :)
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written by Robert, July 22, 2009
written by Robert, July 22, 2009
Zaid, your position is absolutely on the point. There is currently no leader in UMNO that can save this country because they all have racist views except for Ku Li. All our leaders, starting from Mahathir have use race as a vehicle to advance within UMNO. This is indeed sad. These leaders have not learn from other government that race baiting does not improve the country but create problems. Nzi Germany is one prime example.
Ku Li will be a great PM for Malaysia but if he stays with UMNO, it is not going to happen because UMNO is supported by their racist members. Now you see why UMNO cannot change. If UMNO change, where is UMNO going to get their support from? Every fair minded and peace loving Malaysian are very happy to get PR now as an alternative. I hope PR does not screw this opportunity up. For once, Malaysian now have a viable choice for a Malaysian government that is not race based.
Ku Li will be a great PM for Malaysia but if he stays with UMNO, it is not going to happen because UMNO is supported by their racist members. Now you see why UMNO cannot change. If UMNO change, where is UMNO going to get their support from? Every fair minded and peace loving Malaysian are very happy to get PR now as an alternative. I hope PR does not screw this opportunity up. For once, Malaysian now have a viable choice for a Malaysian government that is not race based.
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written by Stephen, July 22, 2009
written by Stephen, July 22, 2009
Datuk, you are really the light at the end of the tunnel. Thanks to the Almighty above for a wise man like you who manages to come out enlightened from the murky swamp that is being poisoned more and more every single day.
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written by anthony stiven, July 22, 2009
written by anthony stiven, July 22, 2009
You say we must do now goes beyond political parties, but the reality is you have to work with the system to make changes but you can't do that with UMNO where the leaders have become rotten as you explicitly described. That's why if you want and desire for change than you need and should take up the offer and work with the people to restore the ideals of a good governance. PR would need good leaders especially among the malay community who can carry the task, that's why PR would require you to review your decision.
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written by E Lim, July 22, 2009
written by E Lim, July 22, 2009
Dear Ku Li and Datuk ZI, Please save Malaysia! Thanks God we still have you! PR BOLEH!!
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written by AbuHamid, July 23, 2009
written by AbuHamid, July 23, 2009
As said by 888 ZI is a learned man. Agreed. He is where he is today because of the racist and fascist UMNO. This brilliant individual jumped ship to cover his tracks and was welcomed with great fanfare into a new fold. Time will tell.
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written by Anak Malaysia, August 01, 2009
written by Anak Malaysia, August 01, 2009
Dear Ku Li
You are not betraying the spirit of UMNO by joining Pakatan.YOu have to save UMNO and thus MALAYSIA. The only way to do it is to GET OUT OF UMNO. There is no other way. YOu have stood for election but look at how many nominations you garnered.
We, Malaysians of all ethnic origins , need you to help our beloved country.
A concerned Anak Malaysia
You are not betraying the spirit of UMNO by joining Pakatan.YOu have to save UMNO and thus MALAYSIA. The only way to do it is to GET OUT OF UMNO. There is no other way. YOu have stood for election but look at how many nominations you garnered.
We, Malaysians of all ethnic origins , need you to help our beloved country.
A concerned Anak Malaysia
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