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Makkal Sakthi a slogan or a force

March 21st, 2008
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The SMS calling for a boycott of nasi kandar ended with the Hindraf slogan Makkal Sakthi (People’s Power)

This brings to one to question is Makkal Sakthi a slogan / rallying cry, or actually a force that rises due to unity of the community? Or both? » Read more: Makkal Sakthi a slogan or a force

Dr Subra and his plans

March 21st, 2008
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 We see this happening already. For example a number of Indians were hired in the Housing and Local Goverment Ministry in the last few months,”

What kind of logic is that? Just because got a number of Indians hired, means all OK is it?

People are more educated nowadays. People can ask – how many of the overall people hired are Indians? Can the qualifications of the hired ones comparable? To what positions are they hired for? and so on… » Read more: Dr Subra and his plans

MIC is there for taking, but who will?

March 21st, 2008
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Samy Vellu. Subramaniam. S.Subramaniam. Palanivel.

When is SV stepping down? I guess within a year.

Who will replace him? Only one with cabinet minister post is Dr S.Subramaniam. Unless Dato Subra can be nominated as Senator and given a “special advisor” tag, he will have tough time convincing the MIC assembly. Palanivel – time to close shop, I guess.

Any dark horses? Devamany and Saravanan to push for higher positions like Deputy/Vice President. Where does that leave Sothinathan? » Read more: MIC is there for taking, but who will?

Reason why Deputy MB should be Muslim

March 21st, 2008
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Prof Shad points out that the Deputy in Selangor may have to represent the Menteri Besar when the MB is not around, to attend the Council of Rulers meetings.

The menteri besar is also an ex-officio member of the Dewan Di-Raja (Council of Rulers). This means, when the MB is not around, the deputy has to sit on the council and has to be a Muslim to be able to perform duties in this council.

Well, Teresa Kok’s dream is shattered! Unless become Teresa Abdullah 😆

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MIBA says multiracial political should be given chance

March 20th, 2008
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“NEP did little for the Indians,” he told Malaysiakini today. “The community achieved successes due to its own effort.” » Read more: MIBA says multiracial political should be given chance