Some 30 years ago, Margaret Thatcher was known, as ‘Iron Lady’ for her strong will as PM of Britain. When asked if she would make a U-turn in some of her policies amid strong protests, she replied, “You turn if you want. The lady is not for turning!”
We have our own ‘Iron lady’ in Rafidah Aziz, known for her dominant role as Minister for International Trade and Industry for many years.
In 2002, when Dr. Mahathir said he wanted to resign, she was one of the most ardent supporters who exclaimed, ‘Why? Why? Why?’ while rushing to him in shock, breaking one of her shoe heels if I remember correctly.
According to The Star:
In an interview with China Press, Rafidah Aziz took a swipe at Tun Dr Mahathir for not setting a good example by quitting Umno.
“It is Umno that let him become Prime Minister for 22 years. If not for Umno, he is nothing.” Rafidah added.
What a difference a PM’s incumbency made!
How should we judge a government?
In Malaysia, if you don't watch television or read newspapers, you are uninformed; but if you do, you are misinformed!
"If you're not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing." - Malcolm X
Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience - Mark Twain
Why we should be against censorship in a court of law: Publicity is the very soul of justice … it keeps the judge himself, while trying, under trial. - Jeremy Bentham
"Our government is like a baby's alimentary canal, with a happy appetite at one end and no
responsibility at the other. " - Ronald Reagan
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