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Prof Arabi analyses election vote swing

March 23rd, 2008
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The prof’s analysis came out in the NST. I’m interested in some of the things he said:

The Chinese were unhappy with the state of the economy as they felt it could have been better. The Indians lamented that they have been marginalised in every sphere. So, the government decided to make some concessions for the non-Malays, and this incurred the wrath of the Malays. » Read more: Prof Arabi analyses election vote swing

DAP calls for ISA Detainee release

March 23rd, 2008
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After MHS, MIBA, Gerakan, HAF, and HINDRAF, now is DAP’s turn. Oh yeah, not to forget, the Indian community also wishes for the same. Want to know what that is? » Read more: DAP calls for ISA Detainee release

Rajagopalu Rejected

March 23rd, 2008
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 Already there’s some discontent in Johor when Asojan was chosen as EXCO instead of M.M.Samy. Now Negeri Sembilan also starting to reveal problems. Wonder who is next? Selangor? Penang? Kedah? » Read more: Rajagopalu Rejected

Interview with Dr S.Subramaniam Part 2

March 23rd, 2008
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Dr S.Subra highlights few important points-

1. No one inside MIC is asking Samy Vellu to resign.

As far as MIC, the people who elected him are concerned, Datuk Seri Samy Vellu still has tremendous support within the party, within the branches, within the members » Read more: Interview with Dr S.Subramaniam Part 2

Interview with Dr S.Subramaniam Part 1

March 23rd, 2008
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Interesting to note that the minister is talking about reaching out to the younger generation. While using technology like websites, SM, blogs etc is much needed, the minister must also ensure that its not mere propaganda or vague statements that are sold to the younger generation. People want to see implementation, facts and figures. In the information age, MIC cannot remain relevant if it goes around publishing advertisements full of mistakes and incomplete figures. » Read more: Interview with Dr S.Subramaniam Part 1