Hypothetically, that is, fortunately or unfortunately.
Fortunately would be because as one of the kingmakers, I stand to gain millions if he were to offer. There is even the possibility of a counter offer by the mega rich BN with vested interests. Either way, I can make money that I would not be able to, in my lifetime.
Unfortunately would be because of the morality of it, the ethics, oh my conscience, the effects on my reputation, as a toad, worst still, as a whore, would last more than my lifetime.
What if, I have a clear conscience because I did not do it for the money, nor position promised? I am doing it for the country in this ‘once in a lifetime’ chance to effect change.
If only the people can be convinced that there are such people. There is a tendency to lump people together – whether you are politicians or lawyers or people that can jump aka frogs. There are people of high integrity yet people can still speculate that everyone has a price. Then there is always the ‘first time’ in spite of an impeccable past, otherwise the word ‘temptation’ would not be in our dictionary.
For whatever reasons, we have seen how former enemies become partners in politics, like Ku Li and Dr. M now, which proves the adage, ‘there are no permanent friends or enemies in politics’.
Unfortunately would be because I cannot reveal my identity yet, lest I land myself in deep trouble like Anwar himself. The powers that be are known for all kinds of selective prosecution and persecution.
One moment, you are Yang Berhormat, in a chauffeur driven state government car, and another, you are put into a 6x8 feet cell. The PM, as usual, was unaware while the pompous Al-Blur will be self-righteous in claiming he could not meddle with the police action.
So, 3 weeks after September 16, most people have given up on the ‘change of sky’ which promises freedom from tyranny and corruption, high prices for stocks and low prices for everyday fare, yet Anwar insists he has the numbers.
I still believe in him because those on the list are in a difficult situation and have to be anonymous unless and until Anwar takes over control of the government, that is, if he ever could.
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Corruption so prevalent it affects English language?
Corruption is so prevalent it affects English language?
When there's too much dirt...
We need better tools... to cover up mega corruptions.
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3 comments:
Yeah, it is most fortunate you are not on Anwar's list; and neither would I even remotely consider you for my list.
(1) The BN corrupt machinery has lorded over this country the past 50 years, and nothing is sacred to them anymore. The police, the judiciary and every other government department and institutions seems to do BN bidding and the right or wrong of each act is never discussed for they just follow orders - they "Just Do It".
So wouldn't all these acts be considered highly 'unethical' to say the least?
(2) Many of these purported crossover BN MPs are sick to their core of the continuing inefficiency and blatant corrupt practices of their more powerful BN counterparts, especially the Umno clique.
This includes the latter strident display of racism, continually raising the spectre of May 13, blatant disregard of basic human rights and selective targeting and incarceration of their opponents, or just about anyone they don't like, e.g. Teresa Kok, Raja Petra and Hindraf 5.
But there is no "show cause" letter to that very racist Utusan Malaysia. How many Malaysians can stomach these dirty actions and how many subscribe to Umno's make-believe world?
(3) Persistent calls by Sabah politicians within the BN circle to institute a royal commission on how so many million foreigners can own our blue ICs and become Malaysian citizens are totally ignored to this day to the continuing detriment of genuine Malaysian Sabahans security, peace and the hope of continued prosperity in this rich Land Below The Wind.
(4) Likewise, wholesale giveaways of valuable government land to cronies in Sarawak and calls to investigate the Taib Dynasty are all given short shrift.
(5) Is it any wonder that many of these BN MPs are prepared to crossover to Anwar camp with no promises of monetary rewards as stated by Anwar many times? Likewise, is it wrong or unethical for Anwar to state that if elected with the help of these crossover BN MPs, he will ensure that Sabah is again ruled by a true Sabahan - a Kadazan and not an Umnoputra?
For the same reason, Sarawak will then be ruled by a true Sarawakian - an Iban. What can be so 'unethical' about these wise moves?
(6) Most Malaysians are immigrants of one sort or another when they migrated to this country now called Malaysia. The could be a Chinese with 600 years of ancestry or they could be Indonesians from Java, Sumatera or other parts of the vast Indonesian archipelago some 800 years ago.
Or they could be from India (Madras, Kerala etc), with some 100 years of ancestry. It is interesting further to note that Chinese Malaysian Muslims are not classified as "bumis" like some Malaysian Indian Muslims even though they profess the religion of Islam, think and act and eat like all other Muslims, observe Ramadhan, go to the same mosques etc. And don't forget there are some 100 million Chinese Muslims in China today!
(7) The true "natives" and "sons of the soil" like our aborigines (the Sakai, Negrito etc), and the Dayaks, Ibans, Kadazans etc, in Sabah and Sarawak - some of which may have been classified as bumis - are badly marginalised and handed only crumbs for development spending, if any at all.
Sadly, the situation is prevalent all over the world where the true natives are badly marginalised - the Aborigines in Australia, the Inuits in Japan and the Native Americans in the US.
(8) There is therefore nothing unethical or corrupt bout Anwar strategy to rule Malaysia - the BN coalition will resort to the same if they were ever popular after March 8. Anwar is Malaysia only chance at true salvation to make this rich country a much better place for all Malaysians, regardless of colour, creed or religion and to live and learn from each other.
Our unique multiculturalism can then be preserved and encouraged. Ask ourselves: what has BN done in all their 50 year rule except to enrich further the fabulously rich cronies in their group?
(9) A 916 is the best way out, and time is of the essence: you cannot wait for the next election. If BN are so sure of themselves, why are they so afraid to convene parliament earlier? Any straw voting will tell the whole BN set-up that they are now irrelevant.
Thanks to anonymous for not considering me for his list. I wish I know who he is or which list he has.
I find it easier to write when I am not involved, and I tried to imagine myself in the position of those on the list. So if he thought I was serious about the millions, then I think he misunderstood my message. I chose the word 'fortunate' because I was hinting at the word 'fortune'. But I can tell his meant he is glad I am not on his list. I don't expect to be in everyone's good books if I want to make a statement. It boils down to being willing to make known my opinions and able to stand up and be counted.
Thanks Ruyom, for your comments, most of which I would agree. I have mentioned before in another post, of BN leaders' inconsistency when they condemned Anwar's idea of poaching MPs but were silent when Dr. M did that in Sabah.
The law in favour of 'freedom of association' suddenly becomes almost illegal, apart from the moral and ethical aspects.
I would agree that there are those who wish to cross over (your point No.2) but who find it inappropriate for one reason or other and being
labelled 'opportunists' could be one of them.
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