And why does Abdullah want so much for the police to charge Anwar? Simple:
because his Deputy, Najib Tun Razak, would invariably get dragged into this
whole mess.
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readmoreSheriff Clarence Dupnik: Arizona 'Mecca For Prejudice & Bigotry'We find ourselves at a violent crossroads. Whether you are a national voice or an individual without a voice -- there are simple questions we all must ask ourselves today. As individuals wrestle with either a modest or an extreme sense of unfairness in the American political system, the question we have to ask ourselves is "What are we going to do with that energy?
Whatever is to be said about the state of the gunman today, whether he had psychological issues or not, he was angry. Across America today, people are angry. They may choose to channel that anger in a number of either self-destructive or destructive ways. But whatever any of our feelings are, our challenge and our obligation is to channel that energy into a path based on resolution. For a path based on destruction is just that, destruction.
There are two categories of people. The first category is those in the powerful elite -- whether you are an active serving political leader in the legislature, a former political leader, governor or president, a leader of a non-profit group, or the leader of a political organization ranging from the NRA, MoveOn.org and the Sierra Club, or whether you are a national or local broadcaster focusing on political issues or some form of political strategist or advisor. This is the power class: The group that has a clear avenue of expression and power inside the political process, inside the political media, and inside politically organized institutions.
Or you may find yourself as the vast majority of Americans do, as a passive observer with little sense beyond your ability to vote -- without having an avenue to express your beliefs and ideas when it comes to the national conversation.
Both the power class and the passive class are experiencing this sense of frustration and unfairness to one degree or another. As the internalization of that energy is self-destructive, it begs the question... How do we as a nation, both as the power class and the passive class, express and ultimately resolve the ongoing unfairness that exists in this country to this day? Though we may not like to believe it, grave unfairness has existed since this country's founding. Yet, the beauty of the idea that is America is the principle of a government beholden to all of its citizens. As frustrating as the unfairness may appear to be, it is imperative we understand the context that this country has always represented: the ideals of quality and freedom. But our country has always fallen short -- it has always been an ongoing process of trying to close the gap between that unfairness and our ideals.
today, we find ourselves at a violent crossroads in American history as a result of our inability, or unwillingness to find a healthy outlet to resolve these problems. we now have two options. Internalize the energy into a sea of bile and resentment that will cause you to become less effective, productive and beneficial to those in your life. Internalizing this energy without finding a positive recourse is a recipe for personal disaster. I speak from experience. Internalizing that energy of unfairness, that frustration and that anger is a recipe for self-destruction from a personal to a national level. We now find ourselves with a desperate need for an outlet for that energy, a need for an outlet that solves our problems rather than destroying ourselves or those around us. So I pose two questions: For the power class, how are you using the energy of frustration and anger that revolves around the unfairness of this country? Are you using it as a tool to manipulate your environment in order to accumulate power, wealth, fame, or some other self-serving manifestation?
For the passive class, have you chosen to deal with your knowledge of this unfairness either through denial of its existence, or through a logical apathy founded upon the belief that nothing you do will matter?
It goes without saying that the events of today are a wake-up call for every American, regardless of their position in this society. And as we stand as a group at this violent fork in the road, will those within the power class take this wakeup call to acknowledge the responsibility they have to utilize their influence to serve the interests of increased fairness in America -- even if that requires the suffering of personal losses or losses among your powerbase ?
Understand that whether we like it or not, the personal indulgence of this exploitation by some in order to accumulate wealth and power is done so at a mortal danger to all Americans -- each likely as concerned for the wellbeing of this country as you, the passive class, may believe yourself to be.
America is in a desperate need of engagement by all of its citizens, and we all must understand that the luxury of denial and logical apathy among the passive can no longer be afforded. What we witnessed today is the worst expression of human nature. The unresolved frustration that led to today's events not only took the lives of at least five people, but also destroyed the life of the shooter himself in the ultimate act of self-destruction. Shockwaves will be sent through the legislative body of America for months to come.
The path of destruction of ourselves, or of others, is an easy path. The path of resolution, shared sacrifice, and the brutal honesty necessary for those who are benefitting the most from the culture of unfairness that plagues this country today must be addressed.
It is easy for someone like myself or anybody else to get up on a soapbox and point fingers as to who may be given bad guy, or where a given failure, may exist. But, setting a path to resolve the unfairness that plagues this country will originate not by looking outward at those whom we believe are perpetrating a given unfairness, but through a period of brutally honest inward reflection into the values that each of us apply to the ways we make the decisions in our days, from one minute to the next.
It is through investment in internal reflection that we can open the door to the knowledge that only our own happiness and fulfillment can manifest a peaceful path to resolving the problems that we face as a nation.
Through that reflection, those in power can ask themselves whether they can muster the necessary courage to reject the forces of their own ego and their own paycheck to make what they know is the right decision.
Through that reflection, the passive class can muster the strength to shed the protections of denial and apathy.
While your voice may feel hollow by itself, the possibility of becoming part of a national chorus of awakened can serve as a deeper foundation for the compassion and wisdom to accept our own shortfalls and those of our leadership as we continue the national trip toward a more fair and free America.
Fom Selngor becoming a colony of China to the whole of Malaysia turning into a republic without a King or Sultans, Utusan is not letting up its attack no matter how flawed or illogical against the Pakatan Rakyat led by Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim.
But isn't it strange that the editors of this Umno-owned rag would want to spend so much time on a subject that is losing its appeal even amongst the Malays, its main target audience.
If indeed anyone there was sincere about wanting to help create a better Malaysia, then Utusan would surely do better to warn the country, especially its target Malay audience, about the real danger looming before us all - the deliberate construction of a cult dictatorship similar to the Great Leaders in North Korea aimed at further eroding the already wafer-thin democratic rights held by the Malaysian people.
Because this is exactly what is happening and in its own turf - Umno!
A cult dictatorship and a culture of sycophancy
Look no further than to Saturday's nonsensical BN meet. The way the BN lawmakers were protrayed by the mainstream media speaking of Prime Minister Najib Razak in awed almost hushed tones, and the praises they lavished on him for "agreeing to meet" them is mind boggling.
Could such backward-thinking sycophants ever lead a nation, let alone ram through tough and critically-needed reforms? Yet, these bodek-kakis from Umno, MCA. MIC, Gerakan and the East Malaysian parties were only interested to be captured on film or in the press showering glowing praises of Najib.
No doubt, they may feel they need to bow and scrape to boost their chances of getting picked to stand again in the next General Election. But also, it was obviously encouraged by Najib and his team, most likely on the advice of expensive public relations experts such as APCO.
You see, when an object is hollow - like an empty vessel - it really needs to make a lot of noise to be heard.
From GE in Q1 to long-term "political transformation"
In the run-up to the Saturday binge, Najib himself drew attention to the event by declaring that "everything was geared towards elections". However, after meeting all those 'grateful' MPs, he is now talking about long-term "political transformation".
What a joke!
From GE-13 likely to be within the next few months, maybe even simultaneously with the Sarawak state polls, the date has now been pushed to "long-term" 2012 or even 2013. No wonder Najib was annoyed when reporters bugged him for a clue on the time line! "How can you ask me that?"
If months ago, the spin from his camp was that snap polls were imperative because the global economy was souring fast and could push Malaysia into another recession, their latest is that the PM - being wise as he is - wants to wait for the 'fruits' of his economic 'planning' to kick in before he dissolves Parliament!
That's fine if they insist it is so, but very likely the only kick that will be delivered will be one that sends Najib flying through the main door at Putrajaya - and in an outwards direction!
The real motive - postponing Umno polls
Still, pundits are unsurprised though.They pointed out that the pro-snap GE spin was actually geared towards helping Najib push for a postponement of his Umno party polls. Now that it has been done and Muhyiddin's nose put safely out of the joint, their focus is how to soft-land the fact that there won't be any snap GE after all!.
Disgusting? But that sums up the Najib administration so far. It is up to his party mates to fight for their own democratic rights. No wonder, the Umno elite kicked up such a fuss and spent a "fortune" trying to destabilize the PKR historic direct elections and paint it in a bad light. At least, Malaysians now know that PKR members got to choose whom they wanted for their top leadership. But not, it appears, Umno members!
Pakatan Rakyat leaders say they had no choice but to monitor BN closely, although all along in their personal views, the majority were extremely skeptical of any GE this year.
They say unless Najib can regain two-third parliamentary majority, he is history in Umno and he knows it. Give Muhyiddin a chance, let Razaleigh reform the party - that's what the Umno warlords will demand when the hot-gas balloon that is the SS Najib is finally deflated leaving little trace, if any at all, of having done anything good for Malaysia.
Watch the money
So in the meantime, Najib will have to continue his game of distracting Umno members not savvy enough to catch on yet. Outside of Umno, he will also have to continue to wage the same racist and religious wars that have marked his administration so far. As 2009 started with Malaysia in the the international headlines for all the wrong reasons, the same is likely to happen this year.
Selangor Umno - under Najib - can be expected to top the list of troublemakers, while lures and "marriage" proposals will continue to be sent to PAS. Each time, the stakes and the price will be raised.
But in the meantime, the country will continue to be directionless, badly ruled and poorly administered. Malaysia will continue to suffer.
Opposition MPs who late last year questioned Najib about the huge allocations he 'sapu-ed' (swiped) for his own department during the 2011 Budget must now watch even more carefully where the funds will be spent. The excuse 'leaked' out by the PM's minders then was that the money was for the BN's election war chest.
Whose personal war chest will the money go to now?
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