“We are a tiny, tiny middle class online savvy minority. It is because your social circle expected a certain outcome that you did too. But we do not represent the majority, and we don't even interact with them. ” “Because that is all they see, that is what they know, the bribe money that they get means so much to them because they have close to nothing. And it's sad to say that that is the majority that we do not know.” “So instead of turning your profile pictures black, if you really believe in change and the party you support, start planning now. Start the campaign to win the hearts of the people outside the urban areas, the people in the heartland. We know what's going on, they don't. Go talk to them.
And Malaysians, get to know the other Malaysia. Don't criticise them for voting the way they feel is right. Speak to them, get to know them, understand their plight, their needs, their wants. Then campaign to them, the urbanites are practically campaigning for you already.” “And don't wait until a few months before the elections to campaign. Start now. Start fighting for measures to be put in place for a better electoral system now. Start making those in power more accountable for their actions. Start making your candidates accountable for the promises they made. Stop allowing mudslinging and racism and sexism to flourish in our government.
You won't stand for it, make your candidate not stand for it. Make them fight for a proper democracy over the next 5 years.
Then we can see a change.
It doesn't happen overnight. it doesn't come with one day every five years. And it definitely won't come if you give up.”
“Take the small victories. No one ever said that the journey would be short or easy. Did anyone ever think that PR would make inroads into the birthplace of UMNO, Johor? I didn't, but they did. Did anyone expect 80% of registered voters to turn out to vote? I didn't, but they did.”
And we've been trying for what 10 years? Come on Malaysia, grow up. Yes, you're sad, but a fight is a fight, it goes on.
Democracy doesn't happen overnight, democracy is a journey. Just because there are hurdles and obstacles in your way doesn't mean you give up. You train for the next race. And maybe that one you'll win.
"Lose the battle, win the war" 'Art of War' - Sun-Tzu
PAS - governance(as well!), young voters, non-racial politics(not very sure.. my laptop battery low. din able to jot down)
*take note that these people are the "younger generation" of respective parties. their views and opinions may not entirely represent their political parties.
all of the panelists are well-prepared, speak fluent english. it's not an easy forum too, as they are required to answer questions or rebut in a short time. (within 3 minutes or 5. )
Overall, they performed well!
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short and sweet little discussion/debate on GST from MCA n DAP representatives.
Cool.
Gan from MCA- why GST?- broader revenue for government. it's the way moving forward. "fairer approach"
implemented in many advanced countries..
Liew from DAP - why NOT?
According to Gan, 60% of the population - monthly income below rm3000. this implied that 60% of the population cant afford to pay tax. the people are not ready.
implementing GST means.. all of them has to pay tax.
