Perak Gets Going

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After a protracted saga:

– From one name, to two names to three names submitted to Raja Nazrin for Menteri Besar post;

– DAP CEC not agreeing to PAS candidate as MB;

– Miscommunication between DAP CEC and State;

– PKR unhappy with EXCO allocation;

– Postponement of MB swearing-in;

Finally, the three parties managed to work out an agreement: » Read more: Perak Gets Going

Hindraf lookalikes

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Is it any surprise that protests are starting to appear in Penang and Selangor? Probably the parties involved want to emulate the success of earlier rallies and become another HINDRAF. Well, copying is the best of compliment I guess. » Read more: Hindraf lookalikes

Samy Subra Kayveas and IPF

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Among the hottest news in the community is the possible merger of MIC, PPP, and IPF. IPF’s leader is fighting for life in the hospital. News is that he is hooked up to machines, and not sure how long he has. He is diagnosed with leukemia. PPP, the “mosquito party”, will cease to be multiracial if it joins MIC. No news yet about MIUP. But since some of its leaders have returned to PKR, I guess Nalla will go opposite direction and fall on SV’s feet. Either that or join DAP ! » Read more: Samy Subra Kayveas and IPF

Why Penang UMNO ask to cancel mega projects

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 This is one of the most ridiculous thing I have heard this year! Maybe these guys forget that the money belongs to the country, not political parties or governments. Anyway, I think the new government had already mentioned that it will review all mega projects to judge its viability. Maybe these fellows have another reason to ask to stop these projects – it may implicate them in scandals! » Read more: Why Penang UMNO ask to cancel mega projects

Jeram Padang Mogan says MIC still have support

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Mogan won by majority of 1808 votes compared to 4084 in 2004 by Datuk Krishnan. With the introduction of new generation voters, Mogan will be in trouble if he does not engage the younger generation. Starting off by saying Indians still support MIC may not be the smartest thing to do. » Read more: Jeram Padang Mogan says MIC still have support