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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 — Datuk Seri Najib Razak has ordered the police to take swift action against a group that brought a cow's head to Shah Alam to protest a Hindu temple relocation in a bid to calm swirling racial tensions.
The outraged prime minister gave instructions to Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Musa Hassan after Selangor police stood by in the after Friday prayers protest.
Umno Youth leader Khairy Jamaluddin condemned the protest, calling it insensitive and disrespectful to another religion.
“This kind of emotional and insulting action can wreck the country’s peace,” the Rembau MP said in a statement.
“It saddens me that this protest was in the name of Malay NGOs after Friday prayers during Ramadan. I believe this is not an action acceptable to Islam which prizes moderation and respect for other people’s faiths,” he added.
Khairy said the action will anger the Hindus, adding those who organised the protest should consider their actions if others protested the building of mosques in non-Malay areas by burning and stepping on the Quran.
“Won’t the Malays be enraged. If yes, isn’t the cow head protest equally insulting?” he asked, adding he would equally defend Islam against its detractors and other religions too.
National Unity and Performance Management Minister Tan Sri Koh Tsu Koon also called for calm and asked the state government resolve the issue.
“This matter must be resolved through negotiation in the spirit of Rukunegara and 1 Malaysia and an amicable solution must be found,” Koh said in a statement, adding he supported Najib's directive for quick police action. Indian leaders from both sides of the political divide condemned the protest, saying it will incite racial tensions in the country's most developed state.MIC president Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu called the group extremist but asked Indians in the state to be calm.
"It is the right of Malaysians of any faith, including Hindus to build temples and other places of worships. I am very sad that this group had paraded the cow's head on their way to the state secretariat building," he said in a statement.
"I am worried that this action may lead to retaliation from the Hindu community. However, I wish to urge the Hindus especially to be calm and let the authorities deal with it," he added, saying the protesters must be punished for endangering racial harmony.
The action drew the ire of other Indian leaders including Penang Deputy Chief Minister II P. Ramasamy who called the protest a "disgraceful" act" while Human Rights Party leader P Uthayakumar was disappointed that the police did not arrest those involved in the protest.
The Pakatan Rakyat government said it will lodge a police report, regretting the inaction by the police.
The group of Malay-Muslim protesters claiming to be residents of Section 23 had dumped the severed cow's head outside the Selangor state secretariat and threatened bloodshed unless the state government stopped the construction of a Hindu Temple.
The "residents" said that the construction of a Hindu temple in a 90 per cent Malay- Muslim neighbourhood was insensitive because activities there would disrupt their lives.
“I challenge YB Khalid, YB Rodziah and Xavier Jeyakumar to go on with the temple construction. I guarantee bloodshed and racial tension will happen if this goes on, and the state will be held responsible,” shouted Ibrahim Haji Sabri amid strong chants of “Allahu Akbar!” as he referred to Mentri Besar Tan Sri Khalid Ibrahim and his state administration.
Ibrahim identified himself as the deputy chairman of the Resident’s Committee against the building of the temple in S23 here, which is perceived by some as being a Muslim majority area.
He told the press that the state should move the temple to Section 22 as ‘originally planned’, and also labelled Khalid a “traitor to the Malay race and Islam”.It is understood that the protest is an immediate reaction towards the Selangor MB’s visit to the Hindu temple site yesterday, an act seen by the "residents" as disrespectful to the Muslims of the community.
When asked whether members of the protest were affiliated with any organisations or movements, Ibrahim claimed that the people present today were members of PAS, PKR as well as Umno who are “united in the name of Islam and the Malay spirit.”
The issue first cropped up when the Selangor government proposed that the Sri Mariamman temple be relocated from Section 19 to Section 23.
In a statement, the Malaysian Consultative Council of Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Sikhism & Taoism (MCCBCHST) called for calm to enable the authorities find a “peaceable agreement and understanding”.
“Nothing can be gained by provocative action on the part of any side. MCCBCHST regrets that a severed cow’s head was brought along in the demonstration,” said president Reverend Dr Thomas Philips, noting the cow is sacred to the Hindu religion.
He said religious issues were best resolved around the negotiation table where mutual respect can be shown to all.
“No further demonstration by any side should be contemplated or allowed. Peace and order should be maintained for the sake of all residents,” Philips added.
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written by My God!!, August 28, 2009
written by My God!!, August 28, 2009
juz few days before merdeka. this is good example of 1Malaysia
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written by straightvoice, August 28, 2009
written by straightvoice, August 28, 2009
A clear indication of police biases and prejudice. Such outright despicable act was tolerated by the police while those hold peaceful candle light vigil were high handedly dispersed or arrested.
PDRM...show your worthiness.
PDRM...show your worthiness.
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written by Bobby111, August 28, 2009
written by Bobby111, August 28, 2009
Why Police need to wait from PM instruction on what to do on cow-head protesters ??
Can anyone please tell me...please... please... please..............
Can anyone please tell me...please... please... please..............
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written by swipenter, August 28, 2009
written by swipenter, August 28, 2009
To voice and show your disagreement by protesting is one thing but to threaten bloodshed and carry a severed head of a cow considered sacred by the Hindus to make your point is sacrilegious of the highest degree.
Is this how Muslims behave as taught by Islam? Is this the peace loving, all compassionate, all forgiving and tolerant face of Islam as preached by Muslims of this country to the non Muslims? Is this Islam is all about? Will the real Muslims stand out and speak truthfully and fairly without fear or favour on such behaviour in the name of your religion.
I live in a non Muslim majority area and we have one of the biggest mosque in the area. Never once did anyone complain the sounds of prayers coming from the mosque 5 times daily disrupt our lives or impede us from performing our religious duties.
Now I think the ISA is useful.
Is this how Muslims behave as taught by Islam? Is this the peace loving, all compassionate, all forgiving and tolerant face of Islam as preached by Muslims of this country to the non Muslims? Is this Islam is all about? Will the real Muslims stand out and speak truthfully and fairly without fear or favour on such behaviour in the name of your religion.
I live in a non Muslim majority area and we have one of the biggest mosque in the area. Never once did anyone complain the sounds of prayers coming from the mosque 5 times daily disrupt our lives or impede us from performing our religious duties.
Now I think the ISA is useful.
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written by CONCERNED PERAKIAN, August 28, 2009
written by CONCERNED PERAKIAN, August 28, 2009
Where is tolerance, understanding and co-operation among races in Malaysia?. Those who protested, please take a visit to Tg. Rambutan where, a temple, a mosque and if am not mistaken a sikh temple are built side by side and have co-existed for so many years. Similarly, in Penang. I am wondering whether it is worth paying salary to the Police in this country when they act against peaceful demos but stand by sight of an awful act of rowdism?. Very soon, we will have 4 or 5Malaysia and thereafter god knows.
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written by Francis, August 28, 2009
written by Francis, August 28, 2009
Hisham, use ISA against Ibrahim Haji Sabri. Why are you waiting. Don't you see this as a inciting racial tension?
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written by Kudos, August 28, 2009
written by Kudos, August 28, 2009
Give credit where credit is due. For once, our PM took an action that is right and just instead of politicising the situation. Kudos to him!
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written by orangbiasa, August 28, 2009
written by orangbiasa, August 28, 2009
The residents can place an injunction with the courts to order the stop of the temple construction. They can then present and rationlise their case , more so 90% of the residents there are Malays.
This incident only brings disrepute to the great religion of Islam. I have many muslim friends and this is not what they potray of their religion. I have travelled around the world and there are many mosques built in non muslim majority habitated cities. There hasnt been any complaints from the non muslim population of these cities. Hope that BBC and CNN dont blow the news up and create a very very negative impression of Malaysia as what they did in the Kartika's canning case. PM Najib had to appeal to Kartika for her to appeal her case!!!!! BBC and CNN also advertises Malaysia as Truely Asia for the Malaysian Tourism Board. Imagine the perspective foreingners will have over Malaysia.
The protestors dont know the international implications. PM Najib is right in calling for stern action against these protestors.
This incident only brings disrepute to the great religion of Islam. I have many muslim friends and this is not what they potray of their religion. I have travelled around the world and there are many mosques built in non muslim majority habitated cities. There hasnt been any complaints from the non muslim population of these cities. Hope that BBC and CNN dont blow the news up and create a very very negative impression of Malaysia as what they did in the Kartika's canning case. PM Najib had to appeal to Kartika for her to appeal her case!!!!! BBC and CNN also advertises Malaysia as Truely Asia for the Malaysian Tourism Board. Imagine the perspective foreingners will have over Malaysia.
The protestors dont know the international implications. PM Najib is right in calling for stern action against these protestors.
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written by Robert, August 28, 2009
written by Robert, August 28, 2009
What the hell is the police doing by standing and watch? This is another reason we need to replace the IGP. The PM have to tell him what to do.
Why arrest peaceful people with candle light vigils but let the violent racist protest with severed cow head. This is truly the time to put those bastards behind bar under ISA. Maybe they were incited by some fanatical islamic terrorist in their mix to protest that way. This is not the Malaysian way. I have not seen this kind of violent protest against another religion in Malaysia before this. We are truly a sinking ship if racial harmony did not improve.
It is time for the government to evaluate their actions in terms of bringing religion into government and inciting racial nonsense in their election campaign.
Other races have tolerated the call for prayer everyday throughout the land and no one make a fuss about it. Maybe these fanatics should get their head check and authorities should find out where they get their Islamic studies from.
Why arrest peaceful people with candle light vigils but let the violent racist protest with severed cow head. This is truly the time to put those bastards behind bar under ISA. Maybe they were incited by some fanatical islamic terrorist in their mix to protest that way. This is not the Malaysian way. I have not seen this kind of violent protest against another religion in Malaysia before this. We are truly a sinking ship if racial harmony did not improve.
It is time for the government to evaluate their actions in terms of bringing religion into government and inciting racial nonsense in their election campaign.
Other races have tolerated the call for prayer everyday throughout the land and no one make a fuss about it. Maybe these fanatics should get their head check and authorities should find out where they get their Islamic studies from.
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written by B.U.N., August 28, 2009
written by B.U.N., August 28, 2009
It has been a long time and Malaysia today is very different form the Malaya and then Malaysia that I grew up in. So much has changed and, unfortunately, the trends have been in the wrong direction. We have lost our vision of being a united nation, a model for the rest of the world of how peoples of different ethnicity and backgrounds can have shared values and a shared destiny. Our politicians, particularly since Dr. M. have taken us down the wrong pathways and I fear, as does Robert Kuok and I am sure countless others do, for the future of the nation and our children.
Unless UMNO stops playing the racial card and transforms itself into the United Malaysians National Organisation and stops PAS's extreme elements in their tracks our future looks very bleak indeed. Caning Kartika will be a pivotal point in our history. The pseudo-demigods will congratulate themselves but this will be the beginning of the regression of what could have been a beautiful model for the rest of the world. Whether we like it or not, the underlying philosophy of life of the majority dictates the future of the nation and the underlying philosphy that we see is one that is governed not by inward purity of life but by an outward display of "holiness," an outdoing of outward "holiness" with PAS trying to be outwardly holier than UMNO and vice versa without any regard for love, compassion and mercy. They say Allah is compassionate, but where is their compassion? And it is the same with this protest. It is all about trying to be holier than thou, but all so externally.
Najib, step up to the plate and be a statesman of the calibre of Martin Luther King Jr. If you don't you may be the PM who sees Malaysia slide into chaos from which it may never recover.
Unless UMNO stops playing the racial card and transforms itself into the United Malaysians National Organisation and stops PAS's extreme elements in their tracks our future looks very bleak indeed. Caning Kartika will be a pivotal point in our history. The pseudo-demigods will congratulate themselves but this will be the beginning of the regression of what could have been a beautiful model for the rest of the world. Whether we like it or not, the underlying philosophy of life of the majority dictates the future of the nation and the underlying philosphy that we see is one that is governed not by inward purity of life but by an outward display of "holiness," an outdoing of outward "holiness" with PAS trying to be outwardly holier than UMNO and vice versa without any regard for love, compassion and mercy. They say Allah is compassionate, but where is their compassion? And it is the same with this protest. It is all about trying to be holier than thou, but all so externally.
Najib, step up to the plate and be a statesman of the calibre of Martin Luther King Jr. If you don't you may be the PM who sees Malaysia slide into chaos from which it may never recover.
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written by hangkasturi, August 28, 2009
written by hangkasturi, August 28, 2009
it is very sad indeed that this has to come to this level after 52 years of independence. intercommunal tolerance is at an all time low, exacerbated by perhaps the increasing extremism in religious practices. the blame sits squarely on the government for allowing the growth of extremism in the mid 70s.
it was at that time perhaps thought that pandering to the small but increasingly visible and vociferous groups of religious fanatics was child's play, and therefore, this was left to fester and it really grew to be so infectious and fundamentalist today that it has become almost impossible to control, let alone reduce.
and if pm is not really really firm about it, it could become a foregone conclusion that our cherished system could break down into something akin to taliban or alqaeda systems.
hope malaysians will realise that all religions teach their disciples not only discipline, but also tolerance towards other religions. because it is taught that in any particular religion, there is no god but the god as named in the religion.
on this basis alone, it is very clear that anyone from any religious denomination must accept and respect the beliefs of anyone from any other religious denomination. these, my fellow malaysians, constitute the sacred rules to accept before even attempting to talk about religion.
it was at that time perhaps thought that pandering to the small but increasingly visible and vociferous groups of religious fanatics was child's play, and therefore, this was left to fester and it really grew to be so infectious and fundamentalist today that it has become almost impossible to control, let alone reduce.
and if pm is not really really firm about it, it could become a foregone conclusion that our cherished system could break down into something akin to taliban or alqaeda systems.
hope malaysians will realise that all religions teach their disciples not only discipline, but also tolerance towards other religions. because it is taught that in any particular religion, there is no god but the god as named in the religion.
on this basis alone, it is very clear that anyone from any religious denomination must accept and respect the beliefs of anyone from any other religious denomination. these, my fellow malaysians, constitute the sacred rules to accept before even attempting to talk about religion.
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written by richardkam, August 28, 2009
written by richardkam, August 28, 2009
This is one reason why the term of IGP should not be renewed. This Ibrahim should have been detained by the police by using ISA act as his action is one of the worse to have happened which may cause an unrest in the country.
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written by Kev, August 28, 2009
written by Kev, August 28, 2009
Isn't this month supposed to be RAMADHAN? How could those Muslim protesters do such a thing? What happened to tolerance and negotiation as taught by your religion? Why want bloodshed - is this all you know?
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written by Apek Penang, August 28, 2009
written by Apek Penang, August 28, 2009
Apek do agreed with Kudos. Credit should be given to the PM. For one he did the right thing. However, for the other two fellas; the Keris guy and the dog in blue uniform, should resign for being a potato. Stood and waiting for instructions. This is not handling way of a minister and IGP. By stand still any potatos in market can take over their post.
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written by Alenac, August 28, 2009
written by Alenac, August 28, 2009
Those who called for ISA on these people should think twice. What if the government used it on others as well as justification no matter what nature of protest. No to ISA!
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written by Al-Amin, August 28, 2009
written by Al-Amin, August 28, 2009
Allah berfirman yang maksudnya:
"Janganlah kamu mencerca benda-benda yang mereka sembah selain Allah, karena mereka kelak akan mencerca Allah secara melampaui batas dengan ketiadaan pengetahuan. Demikianlah Kami memperelokkan pada (pada pandangan) tiap-tiap ummat akan amal perbuatan mereka, kemudian kepada Tuhan merekalah tempat kembali mereka, lalu Ia menerangkan kepada mereka apa yang mereka telah lakukan." (Q.S.al-Anan'am:108)
perbuatan menghina agama lain adalah terlarang disisi Islam
"Janganlah kamu mencerca benda-benda yang mereka sembah selain Allah, karena mereka kelak akan mencerca Allah secara melampaui batas dengan ketiadaan pengetahuan. Demikianlah Kami memperelokkan pada (pada pandangan) tiap-tiap ummat akan amal perbuatan mereka, kemudian kepada Tuhan merekalah tempat kembali mereka, lalu Ia menerangkan kepada mereka apa yang mereka telah lakukan." (Q.S.al-Anan'am:108)
perbuatan menghina agama lain adalah terlarang disisi Islam
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written by Countryman, August 28, 2009
written by Countryman, August 28, 2009
Now please detain Ibrahim Haji Sabri immediately under ISA. What is the government waiting for. What is IGP Musa Hassan doing. Such a clear cut case, yet you have to wait for the PM to give you an instruction. You are really good for nothing.
What have our Muslim brothers become? Is Islam so intolerant? We are always so proud of our multi racial, multi religious society, and our PM often boosts that our mosques, churches, temples co-exist side by side.
What has Malaysia become? Where are we heading to?
What have our Muslim brothers become? Is Islam so intolerant? We are always so proud of our multi racial, multi religious society, and our PM often boosts that our mosques, churches, temples co-exist side by side.
What has Malaysia become? Where are we heading to?
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written by antubiul, August 28, 2009
written by antubiul, August 28, 2009
A disguist in action. All of suden the Voice of KJ as saviour to the 'cow'. As long as this guy open his mouth it disaster for UMNO just like Permatang Pasir by election.. berkecai menjadi debuuuuu uuuuu
Oooops Samy Velu? Did I hear ayoyo Sammy talking.
Oooops Samy Velu? Did I hear ayoyo Sammy talking.
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written by dissapointed, August 28, 2009
written by dissapointed, August 28, 2009
Now who is accusing who in insulting Islam? Is this how a Muslim should behave?
I had been to places where 95% are non-Muslim yet there is a surau with its speaker blaring loudly 5 times a day. Yet, the non-muslims took it in stride and being tolerant.
The sickening thing is that the police just stood by and watch. But they arrested harmless candle vigils and lawyers.
I had been to places where 95% are non-Muslim yet there is a surau with its speaker blaring loudly 5 times a day. Yet, the non-muslims took it in stride and being tolerant.
The sickening thing is that the police just stood by and watch. But they arrested harmless candle vigils and lawyers.
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written by Pas Member, August 28, 2009
written by Pas Member, August 28, 2009
This is voice of minority from how many people from section 23. Only 50 people plus NGOs. But I am sure that the NGO is not from the area. Surely, influenced by UMNO. I hope that the goverment of Selangor continue this planning. If we start hear the voice of people like this, nothing can be done in the future. Whatever goverment planning, then got argument. So, what else, goverment can do.
As a muslim, we should respect the other religion. This type of people just make bad image of muslim. No tolerance at all.
As a muslim, we should respect the other religion. This type of people just make bad image of muslim. No tolerance at all.
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written by Tarzen, August 28, 2009
written by Tarzen, August 28, 2009
Selangor OCPD should be sacked for allowing these bigots to cause racial tension. If ever there is a need for ISA, this must be it.
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written by wazir, August 28, 2009
written by wazir, August 28, 2009
We definite need new IGP. This one is just full of "story", accuse and in-effective.
As for those peoples who claim to be muslim in the protest, it does not take a
rocket scientist to undestand that ISLAM does not permit deeds that
insult other religion. I had been to places in Malaysia that Surau/mosque
co-exist together in one area, no problem. Torelance is the key word.
As for those peoples who claim to be muslim in the protest, it does not take a
rocket scientist to undestand that ISLAM does not permit deeds that
insult other religion. I had been to places in Malaysia that Surau/mosque
co-exist together in one area, no problem. Torelance is the key word.
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written by MindlessMalaysian, August 28, 2009
Malaysia - truly wonderful.
Aren't we so creative at planting and seeding and propagating racial frictions and tensions ?
Truly remarkable orchestration. Beautiful show of perception management.
So now we wait for our political saviours to claim how only they can rescue us from butchering each other.
written by MindlessMalaysian, August 28, 2009
Malaysia - truly wonderful.
Aren't we so creative at planting and seeding and propagating racial frictions and tensions ?
Truly remarkable orchestration. Beautiful show of perception management.
So now we wait for our political saviours to claim how only they can rescue us from butchering each other.
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written by 1Malaysia, August 28, 2009
written by 1Malaysia, August 28, 2009
The cow is as sacred as KORAN to Muslim* This is an insult to all Muslims* THEY should be ISAed ???????? BIAS ??????? UNFAIR??????
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written by Dheepan, August 28, 2009
written by Dheepan, August 28, 2009
My fellow Malaysians, i call for calm and peace.
I am a Malaysian Indian, while upset with what happened i believe the best way to handle this is by not giving in to such provocation.
WHat a group of 50 men did does not reflect what the rest of the Malay community think. My Malay brothers are equally appalled of this group's actions...
I am a Malaysian Indian, while upset with what happened i believe the best way to handle this is by not giving in to such provocation.
WHat a group of 50 men did does not reflect what the rest of the Malay community think. My Malay brothers are equally appalled of this group's actions...
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written by malaysia born, August 28, 2009
written by malaysia born, August 28, 2009
Perhaps if ALL the existing and potential foreign investors were to get together and come out with a statement that they are going to pull out of Malaysia, it will make these morons realize the consequence of their action.
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written by Shafer, August 28, 2009
written by Shafer, August 28, 2009
There is a deeper issue here. It cuts through the thread of our nation. So much energy is wasted on rubbish issues like this and drinking a can of beer and getting caned for it when we have bigger issues and more work to do to make this nation competitive to the world. Grow up Malaysia!
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written by MadeADifference, August 28, 2009
written by MadeADifference, August 28, 2009
Credit should be give when due. However, real change does not come from lip service only. It is the action that speaks a thousand words. Let's see what is the action taken by the authority before The Rakyat's judgment!
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written by u.s.gill, August 28, 2009
written by u.s.gill, August 28, 2009
If Kartika gets six strokes just for drinking beer, can we know what this group of irresponsible morons deserve... hope the same 'authorities' make a stand now !
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written by humblediver, August 28, 2009
written by humblediver, August 28, 2009
How are we to live in peace and harmony??? 1Malaysia?? Is this how we project ourselves to the world?? It is a sad sad day for Malaysia and Malaysians indeed!!!
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written by Online, August 28, 2009
written by Online, August 28, 2009
The "residents" said that the construction of a Hindu temple in a 90 per cent Malay- Muslim neighbourhood was insensitive because activities there would disrupt their lives.
Bohong! Bohong! Section 23 has 40% Indians. Since only 8% of malaysians are indians, we can say that there are alot of Indians here!
Bohong! Bohong! Section 23 has 40% Indians. Since only 8% of malaysians are indians, we can say that there are alot of Indians here!
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written by ngbh, August 28, 2009
written by ngbh, August 28, 2009
DON'T use ISA, it'll only glorify the protestor.
Send him to do community work
Unbecoming behavior of an adult and very irresponsible
Don't do what you don't want other ppl to do to your religion
You tarnished your religion today, how if the news spread to BBC, CNN, MSNBC?????
Send him to do community work
Unbecoming behavior of an adult and very irresponsible
Don't do what you don't want other ppl to do to your religion
You tarnished your religion today, how if the news spread to BBC, CNN, MSNBC?????
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written by passerby, August 29, 2009
written by passerby, August 29, 2009
If no strong action is taken, the rest of the civilized world will view Malaysia as another islamic terrorist country and this will surely affect the foreign investment and tourist industries. Who dare to come to Malaysia to invest or visit if extremists were to have a free run in the country? The whole world is watching and they will think twice before coming here. This coming independence day celebration will be just a joke!
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written by randomthoughts, August 29, 2009
written by randomthoughts, August 29, 2009
50 orang batu api! Pengkhianat negara! Hukumlah mereka ni sepertimana pengkhianat patut dihukum!
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written by I Love Sports, August 29, 2009
written by I Love Sports, August 29, 2009
Perlakuan yang hanya menambah ketidakfahaman non-muslim tentang Islam. Sedangkan Islam menganjurkan kasih sayang dan toleransi tetapi tetap teguh dalam hal-hal akidah.
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written by Aries, August 29, 2009
written by Aries, August 29, 2009
COW HEAD PROTEST.
The incident proved beyond any doubt that ALL IS NOT RIGHT IN THE NATION.
When the very people who claimed to be religious, pious and God-fearing, and in the name of the great religion Islam, did something so despicable and indignant, so callous and disrespectful, so racially and religiously provocative, so hatred inciting, so high-handed and challenging to all and sundry, so senseless and utterly unacceptable, so lowly and barbaric, so socially and politically abhorrent, so nerve wrecking and disturbing, so emotionally charged and inhumane by any standards, etc., etc., SOMETHING MUST BE DAMN WRONG WITH THAT GROUP OF INDIVIDUALS OR ORGANISERS.
For the police to stand by and just watched when such a mindless and threatening act was carried out showcased their indifference, injustice and prejudiced stand.
If any other groups were to have done anything similar, swift and stern police action would have been guaranteed. And the politicians from UMNO's and PAS's rank and file would have displayed outrage and condemnation of the highest orders! And demanded the perpetrators be dealt with severely and unforgivably.
The demonstrators ONLY displayed their small-mindedness and intolerance towards others who profess different faiths, in contrast to the magnanimity and understanding shown by Prophet Muhammad SAW.
Their barbaric and uncouth protest and demonstration in the holy month of Ramadan only proved their insincere and pretentious practice of Islam as a way of life.
They are a disgrace to Islam and Muslims who showed understanding and tolerance towards followers of various faiths.
What the episode showed is that there are still faults and shortcomings in the learning and practice of the religion among its followers.
Can any right thinking individual complain to the authorities that the greatly inconveniencing traffic congestions caused by haphazardly parked vehicles during Friday prayers near mosques, especially when they are situated in non-Muslim majority areas, and the accompanying loud broadcast of sermons and prayers, are a nuisance and disturbance to him/her? Will actions be taken? Will the complaints be entertained at all? Or would the complainants be censured or rebuked for making such a racially and religiously insensitive and inflammatory query?
The authorities and all right thinking Muslims must show their utmost disgust for such an unwarranted display of intolerance and despicable and provocative demonstration.
In the face of such uninhibited confrontation and inflammatory provocation, non-Muslims must show that they are beyond such immature and uncalled for tendencies. They must show restraint and patience as taught and promoted by their faiths. They must let good sense prevail and encourage that all problems be resolved through negotiation and discussion.
The incident proved beyond any doubt that ALL IS NOT RIGHT IN THE NATION.
When the very people who claimed to be religious, pious and God-fearing, and in the name of the great religion Islam, did something so despicable and indignant, so callous and disrespectful, so racially and religiously provocative, so hatred inciting, so high-handed and challenging to all and sundry, so senseless and utterly unacceptable, so lowly and barbaric, so socially and politically abhorrent, so nerve wrecking and disturbing, so emotionally charged and inhumane by any standards, etc., etc., SOMETHING MUST BE DAMN WRONG WITH THAT GROUP OF INDIVIDUALS OR ORGANISERS.
For the police to stand by and just watched when such a mindless and threatening act was carried out showcased their indifference, injustice and prejudiced stand.
If any other groups were to have done anything similar, swift and stern police action would have been guaranteed. And the politicians from UMNO's and PAS's rank and file would have displayed outrage and condemnation of the highest orders! And demanded the perpetrators be dealt with severely and unforgivably.
The demonstrators ONLY displayed their small-mindedness and intolerance towards others who profess different faiths, in contrast to the magnanimity and understanding shown by Prophet Muhammad SAW.
Their barbaric and uncouth protest and demonstration in the holy month of Ramadan only proved their insincere and pretentious practice of Islam as a way of life.
They are a disgrace to Islam and Muslims who showed understanding and tolerance towards followers of various faiths.
What the episode showed is that there are still faults and shortcomings in the learning and practice of the religion among its followers.
Can any right thinking individual complain to the authorities that the greatly inconveniencing traffic congestions caused by haphazardly parked vehicles during Friday prayers near mosques, especially when they are situated in non-Muslim majority areas, and the accompanying loud broadcast of sermons and prayers, are a nuisance and disturbance to him/her? Will actions be taken? Will the complaints be entertained at all? Or would the complainants be censured or rebuked for making such a racially and religiously insensitive and inflammatory query?
The authorities and all right thinking Muslims must show their utmost disgust for such an unwarranted display of intolerance and despicable and provocative demonstration.
In the face of such uninhibited confrontation and inflammatory provocation, non-Muslims must show that they are beyond such immature and uncalled for tendencies. They must show restraint and patience as taught and promoted by their faiths. They must let good sense prevail and encourage that all problems be resolved through negotiation and discussion.
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written by KPI, August 29, 2009
written by KPI, August 29, 2009
So Dr. Performance Management Minister, how do you rate the performance of our Home Minister and his Ministry in the wake of this incident?
Also, please tell us the difference between Rukun Negara and 1Malaysia, since you quote both like an expert.
Nice to know you have a lot to say here when you had nothing to say re Kg Buah Pala.
Also, please tell us the difference between Rukun Negara and 1Malaysia, since you quote both like an expert.
Nice to know you have a lot to say here when you had nothing to say re Kg Buah Pala.
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written by Aries, August 29, 2009
written by Aries, August 29, 2009
// written by Bobby111, August 28, 2009
Why Police need to wait from PM instruction on what to do on cow-head protesters ??
Can anyone please tell me...please... please... please............. // +134
>> Is it because such instruction MUST come from the very top???
Why Police need to wait from PM instruction on what to do on cow-head protesters ??
Can anyone please tell me...please... please... please............. // +134
>> Is it because such instruction MUST come from the very top???
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written by psiwar, August 29, 2009
written by psiwar, August 29, 2009
Pimpinan PAS sepatutnya mendakwah atau tarbiyah ahli2 PAS yang terlibat demonstrasi semalam agar guna cara islam untuk selesaikan sesuatu masalah...ada hikmah disebalik kejadian kuil nak dipindahkan dikaw tersebut kerana Allah yang mengerakkan hati pimpinan kerajaan Selangor untuk pindahkan kuil kekawasan itu..muhasabah diri..
Kenapa?? cukupkah dakwah dan peranan kita dikawasan itu?..ini kena tanya dalam diri kita sendiri...setelah sekian lama berada dalam dalam zon selesa sekarang Allah bagi ujian ke atas kamu dan Allah akan bagi semua pada pejuang2 PAS...tunggu dan lihat saja..Ujian itu dalam semua bentuk susah atau senang.... amin.
Kenapa?? cukupkah dakwah dan peranan kita dikawasan itu?..ini kena tanya dalam diri kita sendiri...setelah sekian lama berada dalam dalam zon selesa sekarang Allah bagi ujian ke atas kamu dan Allah akan bagi semua pada pejuang2 PAS...tunggu dan lihat saja..Ujian itu dalam semua bentuk susah atau senang.... amin.
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written by Malaysian, August 29, 2009
written by Malaysian, August 29, 2009
Even though many suspect UMNO to be behind this protest to attack Pakatan Government and its leaders in Selangor, I commend Khairy for his comments condemning the action of this group. Contrary to this Koh Tsu Khoon the so called Minister for National Unity and Performance Management made a whimpering statement calling for calm and the State Government to resolve the matter. How can the State government which is under siege and attack from all angles by BN especially UMNO with the help of Police, MACC, Judiciary and all other institutions loyal to BN do anything to resolve this. They are against the mighty forces of BN which control all power and finance via central government.
If they are sincere then the police should have done something before it gets out of hand. The home minister buat tak tahu, dumb deaf and blind. All the rhetoric from Najib should be followed by action. So far no one has been arrested and no one has been charged. We can't take any more bullshit from this government. We want concrete impartial action.
If they are sincere then the police should have done something before it gets out of hand. The home minister buat tak tahu, dumb deaf and blind. All the rhetoric from Najib should be followed by action. So far no one has been arrested and no one has been charged. We can't take any more bullshit from this government. We want concrete impartial action.
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written by Malaysian, August 29, 2009
written by Malaysian, August 29, 2009
What was a kid I believe he is a school boy doing at the protest. Don't tell me they are being trained to be racist as well as religious extremists.
When children were involved in Pakatan's peaceful protest Home minister said the parents should be charged why no mentioned of it here? Double standards here again.
When children were involved in Pakatan's peaceful protest Home minister said the parents should be charged why no mentioned of it here? Double standards here again.
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written by a moderate one', August 29, 2009
written by a moderate one', August 29, 2009
Merdeka......what Merdeka AND for whom? As long as these religious goons are around AND nurtured by UMNO/BN the true spirit of freedom is not there anymore. These goons should be charged not only under the Seditin Act but also the Cruelty to Animal Acts.
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written by dissappointed ex-serviceman, August 29, 2009
written by dissappointed ex-serviceman, August 29, 2009
Why all this excitement. When ex-PM went out of the country, Ops Lalang & Memali issue came about so that PM can say he didn't know about it and will come back to sort matters out (after a 'wait and see' the people response'). Who then gave the orders if they needed orders from the top or police report?
Since our Selangor OCPD needs to be given specific instructions for every move, then that confirms that all actions such as using riot squads to disperse during peaceful demos, no permit issue for opposition ceramahs, persecution of opposition party members, Teoh's demise etc comes from the outraged TOP.
After being puppets for so long, I guess present PM forgot to explain to the PDRM what do next. Might as well get mannequins or school kids with flags to stand by the road and wave. After all, pics at Shah Alam show kids tagging along to learn by example from elder muslims what Islam is all about in the the holy month of Ramaddan. Got something to do same time next year-ma.
For those who kept BN in power, what you see is what you get. Though we don't really know how a new govt will do in future, at least give them the opportunity to prove themselves. If they're just as money greedy, well at least we stopped Bn from having another term of wasting our money and we could vote another govt later.
Since our Selangor OCPD needs to be given specific instructions for every move, then that confirms that all actions such as using riot squads to disperse during peaceful demos, no permit issue for opposition ceramahs, persecution of opposition party members, Teoh's demise etc comes from the outraged TOP.
After being puppets for so long, I guess present PM forgot to explain to the PDRM what do next. Might as well get mannequins or school kids with flags to stand by the road and wave. After all, pics at Shah Alam show kids tagging along to learn by example from elder muslims what Islam is all about in the the holy month of Ramaddan. Got something to do same time next year-ma.
For those who kept BN in power, what you see is what you get. Though we don't really know how a new govt will do in future, at least give them the opportunity to prove themselves. If they're just as money greedy, well at least we stopped Bn from having another term of wasting our money and we could vote another govt later.
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written by janganlupa, August 29, 2009
written by janganlupa, August 29, 2009
I am absolutely sickened by this blatant thuggish display of racial, religious intolerance through threat of extreme violence against the non Muslim / Malay communities whenever some difficult issues arise. Sometimes ago the Catholics were forced to abandon the construction of a new church in Shah Alam due to repeated night time sabotage of the building site by racial, religious fanatics. These fanatics are frogs in the well and they have no idea how much tolerance other communities have accorded Islam in Malaysia and in Christian dominated countries. This ketuanan melayu concept appears to be a license for some fanatics to act and utter anything with immunity in Malaysia. The police take no notice of this seditious behavior as usual. The enforcement of laws in Malaysia is so biased nowadays that the police has no credibility. Hence the government also has no credibility. Probably they too are subscribed to the same concept as well. These S23 thugs are giving the majority peace loving Malay Muslims and Malaysia a bad name. If 1Malaysia were to have any substance it is essential that the PM must see to the immediate arrest of these thugs for the good of Malaysia and her people. Just hope that this is not lip service to tie thing over. Please spare no effort in restoring some sanity into this lovely country. Do the right things now or else face a grim future like some countries in the near East.
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written by change28, August 30, 2009
written by change28, August 30, 2009
The PM has only called for action to be taken against the protesters.
But he has yet to even issue any statement on his stand on the demonstrations.
It is very disappointing when UMNO leaders are unable to differentiate between right and wrong.
Dear PM,
Right is right even if no one else is doing it.
Wrong is wrong even if everyone is doing it.
Where is your leadership when the nation is in need of leadership?
But he has yet to even issue any statement on his stand on the demonstrations.
It is very disappointing when UMNO leaders are unable to differentiate between right and wrong.
Dear PM,
Right is right even if no one else is doing it.
Wrong is wrong even if everyone is doing it.
Where is your leadership when the nation is in need of leadership?
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written by Dass, August 30, 2009
written by Dass, August 30, 2009
As far as we the rakyat are concern its an ugly history to mark for the celebration of Meredeka on the 52nd year. The country, the leaders, the democracy has been shattered and its a disgrace to our fellow citizens.
Never to deny that we saw a policeman in the scene and also some active B.N. supporters VERY ACTIVE. apa jua alasan sebagai umat islam yang telah melakukan perbuatan sebegitu harus bertaubat. Saya sebagai bukan seorang Islam sentiasa mengelakkan perkara seperti minum, makan, hisap rokok dan menyinggung perasaan sahabat umat islam. Bagi saya itu adalah hormat kepada insan yang beriman.
Never to deny that we saw a policeman in the scene and also some active B.N. supporters VERY ACTIVE. apa jua alasan sebagai umat islam yang telah melakukan perbuatan sebegitu harus bertaubat. Saya sebagai bukan seorang Islam sentiasa mengelakkan perkara seperti minum, makan, hisap rokok dan menyinggung perasaan sahabat umat islam. Bagi saya itu adalah hormat kepada insan yang beriman.
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written by Shameful, August 31, 2009
written by Shameful, August 31, 2009
From other MSM (NST and Star) reported ... PM Asked (Not ordered)IGP to investigate the protest (Not take action against the protestors)...
There is a world of difference in between.
Now if the MSM version is correct, why PM Asked, instead of ordered or directed ??
IGP more powerful than the PM because of ....what ???
If the IGP cannot carry out his duties to uphold the Laws of the country (regardless of political parties affiliation), then he should be replaced ASAP. Somemore talking about extending his service !!??!!
There is a world of difference in between.
Now if the MSM version is correct, why PM Asked, instead of ordered or directed ??
IGP more powerful than the PM because of ....what ???
If the IGP cannot carry out his duties to uphold the Laws of the country (regardless of political parties affiliation), then he should be replaced ASAP. Somemore talking about extending his service !!??!!
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written by Beekay, August 31, 2009
written by Beekay, August 31, 2009
PM actually said 'Action', then when IGP abt to act, PM said 'Cut!'. So, at the end of the day, no action. 'I am sure everyone else will forget about this incident after 31st Aug 09'.
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written by Jim, August 31, 2009
written by Jim, August 31, 2009
What would happen if other races are protesting against the building of mosques and surau near their houses? Come on MCA, MIC, Gerakan and PPP dogs why are you keeping quite? Still fighting busy fighting among yourself?
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written by Terence Lee, September 01, 2009
written by Terence Lee, September 01, 2009
YB Khairy, we appreciate what you say for the first time in your entire political carrier. If you will continue to do as you preach, the whole Nation would be polling you. Mind my words.
The speed of the government action on those responsible is being watched by everyone. Absolute sincerity is necessary to win the peoples' heart for BN. We are watching every move.
The speed of the government action on those responsible is being watched by everyone. Absolute sincerity is necessary to win the peoples' heart for BN. We are watching every move.
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