It would be desireable to see that the improvement and transformation of the parliament to first class status be translated into a First World Malaysian society, in terms of Mentality, Behaviour and Morality.

It is always awe-inspiring and impressive to note that certain grand works are in the pipeline. But whether such works turn out to be useful or necessary remains to be seen.

To me it is enough if people are honest, responsible, accountable and morally right.

Just look around us:

Dirty surroundings, dirty toilets, dirty food courts, dirty food served, dirty habits, dirty rivers, dirty lakes, dirty parks, dirty tactics, dirty minds, and the list goes on. One can only ask why is it so?

Broken toilets taps, broken bus-stops, broken public phones, broken play-thing at the park, broken roads, broken bridges, broken pipes, broken buildings, broken schools, broken parliament roof, broken court houses, broken homes, broken trust, and the list goes on. One can only ask why?

One sided political power, one sided constitution, one sided rule, one sided law, one sided practice, one sided justice, one sided teaching, one sided judgement, one sided council, one sided policy, one sided committee, one sided opinion, and the list goes on. One can only ask why?

What should we do to overcome all these seemingly weaknesses?

It is the duty of leaders, elected or appointed or even volunteered, to serve with utmost sense of duty, honesty, accountability, responsibility and impartiality.

If such simple acts cannot be done, then there is not much use to talk about grand works. They would remain as what they are, just to impress.

Also everyone, without exception, should be sensible and responsible enough to take care of the environment and the amenities provided to them.

If the Malaysian society does not step up their attitude and sense of responsibility, no matter what grand design you plan and work for them, it would be an exercise in futility. Hence, the so-called first class infrastructure, but third class mentality syndrome.

If the august parliament house continues to have members who could not stand up to expectation, we would continue to be a disapointment and even a laughing stock. The desire to change and improve should not be confined to the external, but more importantly, the spirit, the mind and the soul.

It has not performed its check and balance role or act independent of BN domination since Merdeka. In the past, it has house a pile of political “deadwood” or political reject. Presently we have seen the alleged corrupt former Selangor chief minister; Mohammed Taib is now made full minister via Senate.

Our second legislative must be made meaningful to Malaysians. As a start, the allocation of seats in the upper house should be on based on popular vote. Based on the popular vote, 22 out of the 44 seats federal senate seat should be given to the opposition.

Moving forward, senators should be accountable and answerable to the public. They should be elected by the people and not by political party.

Thanks…shows you are reading all posts. I am sure many of us who write cannot cope with reading every word, sentence or paragraph.

I know for sure that Special Branch is reading……AAB may not be reading….too busy…..but SB is reading and probably picks out the posts for `special mention’. Not that we write with fear, or favour.

But, let us be sensible, as true Malaysians, hopefully true Malaysian Malaysian.

Anyone who spreads `hate’ in this country is not a true Malaysian. As, all non-Malays were upset when the `Kris’ was flashed in a challenging way at the UMNO assembly, it is also natural for Malays to be upset if any derogatory statements are made…..unless the descriptive word is fair and appropriate.

For example, while all the UMNO leaders made sensible comments, Mike Tyson….said something like…..”Itulah biasa….” with reference to UMNO Sec Gen’s resignation.

Now, such comments can be shot down, as being another example of MMT’s being off-tangent, and lacking sensibility and sincerity.

And I would say, Dear Minister of Rural Development, do not think that rural folks can be fooled so easily again. Work Hard and prove your mettle and sincerity!

Again, Sdr Lim, work hard and be a true leader for ALL, not just one race the Chinese, and some Punjabis. Malaysia is for ALL, including the opposition….i mean BN…in those 5 states.

I was impressed that CM GE Lim, attended Prophet Mohammad’s celebration. That was cool.

Would you support that, Uncle Kit?

Have we forgotten the impotent dustbin of has-beens called the Dewan Negara??

This Upper Chamber too must be revamped and revitalised. Otherwise its like the Appendix, of no particular use.

All 5 Opposition States must appoint at least, say 10 Opposition senators to give the Upper House a life of its own, make it a useful and meaningful chamber. Let us have some action there.

As I understand it, the Senate too has already been dissolved with the dissolution of Parliament. So let us start afresh.

That is a BIG ASK really- don’t you think you are putting the cart before the horse- Get your state administration right first would be a logical approach

Its geeting on the nerves of us loyal supporters of Opposition. Seems they are never ready at all to rule any states except for Kelantan. Is this a big mistake to gv the mandate to Oppo?

Just 3 parties and you guys cannot agree to the number of seats…what a big let down.

We want a clear govt so in order to get down to business….you guys are making businesses getting nervous…and is not helping at all in the economy….

Please cut down all the politicking and get to work…..The states cannot function witout a proper govt and for that matter…a strong govt with experience and right people in the EXCO….

My most sincere pleas to you all in BR…..

if Anwar wanted to compete later in any of the parliament seat, the above issue will make voters especially from chinese choose for BN …

it is quite obvious that Teng is more capable from the Seri Kembangan candidate … if DAP did not handle this issue properly, it is going to impact the election for Anwar soon …

I am the opposition supporter all the while. It is quite obvious that ppl around me also awake on this matter. And now, these ppl change their mind recently, they keep asking -> DAP look more or less the same as UMNO these few days, especially in this issue, that show DAP is also power maniac …

I can understand wat is politic reality, but sometime, competition for power cannot be too obvious and too much …

For this Teng issue, it is very obvious and too much

Secret Ballot for Voting in Parliament.

Mike

But they went on to insist that it was their culture and their right and do it one more time. I think that was the last time.

I think it is not wise to encourage BN MPs from East Malaysia to defect. Maybe they could become independents and use that leverage to get more funds to help the really poor.

http://malaysiawatch3.blogspot.com/2008/03/as-usual-umno-rules.html