Just like Anwar is symbol of reform for Pakatan, I see Zaid as a symbol of reform for BN / the government who has no self-interest. But unforunately, his views cannot be accepted by majority of Umno even if lame-duck PM hired and supported him.

For him to attend opposition functions already indicates that Zaid already has issues in his heart with Umno, it is akin to a husband’s feelings for his wife which has faded and hence, he starts flirting around =) But instead of trying to court him back, Umno chooses to abandon him as he is just a ‘small guy’ compared to the corrupt and selfish majority in Umno.

Like you pointed out, if Umno is open-minded and confident enough, a person’s loyalty should not be questioned if he attends opposition function. But perhaps today, Umno is not as confident and secure as before and Zaid definitely is seen to be rebelling and if he is not sacked, he may pave the way for other disgruntled Umno members to follow his footstep too.

This is the UMNO way. Those who dare shout the loudest and the most extreme will win.

Some joker wrote to the Star Online today, 2 Dec 2008:

“I wish to highlight crime in Section 17, Petaling Jaya. Snatch thefts are becoming so rampant in this residential area that people are now fearful to go outdoors.”

Didnt he read what our minister said. That crimes in malaysia is ok and still managable? The umno minister must be right and by the simple umno logic, the writer must be exaggerating.

“As non malay, we must understand why malays are so protective about their rights in the name of supremacy. if they are truly superior, then they wont be so narrow minded. it is their weak faith and knowledge towards the concept of unity and wealth creation that caused such handicap.”

There is another reason. Malay is not a race but a collection of race fragments from a dozen places around the world. So we chinese could well be the largest homogeneous race in malaysia. That is why they are scared.

if dey insisted dat ketuanan melayu still exist,dey should support abolishment of NEP,becos of the mass assistance by gomen,nobody will respect malays at all!It’s damn contradicting dat on one side you want ketuanan melayu,and on the other side,you want mass assistance,damn hypocrites!

Mahatiu and Son Sdn. Bhd. is the best example!

Now,dey are blaming the primary schools of disunited!

I think,if we could settle the ethnic issues,wat about religion issues?i think religion issues are far more complicated and dangerous than any other issues,right?

The PR government in Penang, Perak and Selangor should also look into ways to lessen busy hours traffic jam with local municipality authority. Please look into this possibility instead of leaving the whole thing to the ‘numbed’ BN organisation.

No DAP is not a hotel. It is a party replete with concept of Imperial China. The power will pass from father to son. Actually that had already happened.

More senior partner were bypassed by the Crown Prince. Penang DAP Chaiman wad humiliated as he was bypassed on the choice of Ketua Meneri of Pulau Pinang. An imported politician happened to be son of the Emperor was chosen instead.

As for Cintanegara, no need to be a nuclear scientist to know that Zaid will never be Secretary General of DAP. Even other more senior will not get it. They must fill one mind boggling criteria; that is he must be of blood line to Guan Eng.

As for Lee We Tak, the loser in American election recently, Mc Cain, telephoned Obama and conceded defeat. In Malaysia, Anwar simply refuse to accept reality that BN won the last election. Imagine Anwar having the humility to accept reality that BN won in last election. Maybe it is too much to ask.

MC Cain did not try to deny Obama of his right to be President. But Anwar openly declared to the whole world that by last 16 Sept, Abdullah badawi would have been toppled.

That ambition did not materalize , That God. So, who is the idiot now?. Who is the joker now.

As for Zaid Ibrahim, why not make thing simple for everyone. If you cant subscribe to UMNO’s principle, then leave. Nobody is stopping you. If you feel DAP which hallmark is questioning and ridiculing Malay ( but silent on rampant discrimination against non Chinese in private sector) suits you, then join DAP.

AS PAS currently experience, becoming an ally to a political party known for its hostility to your own race is not that pleasant.

As for Cintanegara and of course Uncle Lim, what are your comments on Hotel Putra Inn in Batu 14 Puchong that openly advertise for Chinese staff only.

cintanegara Says:
but I doubt LKS would allow Zaid to replace his beloved son.

running out of ideas to debate? And now started to do character assasination on LGE?

chengho Says:
Dap should invite Zahid to become Dap general secretary . Dap must rise above the race base party. This is the time Dap have to show meritocracy at it best .

Dont be naive. You dont simply go around to invite some Umno member to join and hold such an important position in DAP. You think DAP is a hotel? If you want to talk about meritocacy, then a lot of senior DAP senior leaders are more qualified than Zaid, who had just declared he is loyal to Umno.

when PR took over a few states, schools there were instructed not to accept visits or funding from PR state government. this shows the extend of tolerance and maturity of the UMNO federal power holders. not to mention a certain leisure related ministry as well. all at the expense of tax payers and voters

when Obama wrapped up the fight with Hillary, they close rank and move on. when McCain lost to Obama, they close rank as American as well and move on.

dear minister, please take note from them.

did Lim Kit Siang and co not attended any puasa open house organised by UMNO? Do BN and PR MPs sit together and have tea breaks in Parliament? Why all this animated reaction when Zaid managed to find some chance to have a meal with his fellow Malaysians?

Is UMNO happy to divide the nation according to racial and / or political party affiliation? Then all this talk about perpaduan is nonsense. Malaysians should be allowed to make friends with their fellow Malaysians. Are you going to ask Khalid Samad’s brother to severfamily ties with the PAS MP for Shah Alam?

We all know that most of them are very sensitive and emotional, therefore, we should help them.

1. How to encourage them to open up? we should have more dialogue between party leaders, one good example is PKR. We should also invite more muslims from other nations for open dialogues to help all to speak up and understand each other.

2. instead of NEP which is not transparent, we should introduce a solidarity tax for them. When they grow up, they will appreciate the fact that there are many non malays helping them.

3. stop calling them useless, they truly need help badly.

4. we must love them, not hate them. so that they love us too. we can harmonize together.