Every now and then, some Parliamentarians plumb new depths in bad behaviour which media reports with a sense of outraged frustration. Shrill prose hunts for new adjectives, while the House, whose dignity has been so severely impugned, taps the offenders limply on the wrist and lets them off. For members, every new improved infraction is an invitation to raise the bar on the next one, for how can one show devotion to whatever cause the party holds dear on the day, if not by screaming louder, breaking something bigger or assaulting someone with greater sophistication?
Najib 'lying with a straight face, hits back Mahathir
Najib said he accepted criticisms with an open mind and would continue to address legitimate concerns and feedback
“Much of what Mahathir has said lacks objectivity and is downright wrong. The question should be asked – what is Mahathir’s motivation in choosing this moment to regurgitate smears manufactured by the very opposition groups that he previously denounced as liars?” Najib said.
Debate is not over simply because you Najib do engage in corruption. A Prime Minister is expected to provide corruption free governance, used public office to enrich herself, to enrich her family and her friend
In a no holds barred counter-attack on Najib
Mahathir branded Prime Minister Najib a"puppet with Rosmah moving the string and accused him of "lying with a straight face "I believe that a Prime Minister's responsibility is not limited to not doing corruption himself but to also ensure that others are not allowed to do corruption. He has to root out corruption from the system. said Mahathir Good governance has to be blended with clever politics. our democracy is in fine fettle and could do without anarchy. The argument that there’s no place for anarchy in our politics is hopelessly quaint. There’s a place for everything here. That’s what makes us so special. But our mainstream political parties are so obsessed with the status quo that anyone questioning it is always viewed with deep suspicion and mistrust. Anarchy raises disturbing questions. But sometimes these questions need to be asked. This does not mean anarchy is always good but, yes, it fulfills a specific task. And that task is to disrupt the established order of things.
Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak today continued to deflect calls for him to step down, declaring that he will complete his term as the country's premier.
"I was democratically elected by both the party and the people, and, as I have the mandate, will complete my term as party president and prime minister.
readmore Mr Prime Minister Najib explan the allegations that have no basis.
Will Najib one day ban democracy
Among the many challenges that democracy is facing in the country, the most significant one is that the idealistic purpose within which it is meant to reside has been gradually dismantled, leaving a skeletal framework that has become an instrument of distributing power without assigning to it any larger intent. In this construct, power owes a responsibility only to itself- both in terms of seeking it and ensuring its perpetuation. Political competition does not translate into debating how power should be used but only in haggling about who gets to use it. Once acquired, power is used extractively and its rewards distributed selectively. The absence of a self-disciplining mechanism within political parties is a pointer to the fact that there is great satisfaction with the way things are, as well as a recognition that change is neither possible nor desirable. Parties may act against dissidents (increasingly with greater reluctance and for shorter durations) but rarely does it act against those that commit any serious misdemeanours. The more fundamental question of what constitutes public will and whether that idea needs to be contained in a larger framework of values. On the one hand, there is the belief that decentralisation and putting the power of determining one’s own destiny must lie with local communities, and on the other a great sense of anxiety about the many instances of communities making choices that are troubling to the idea of a modern liberal democracy.
Democracy could easily become an instrument of a regressive past, intent on maintaining status quo, and a political process that is deeply expedient would find no reason to challenge this. On the other hand, it could remain theoretically wedded to ideas that show no relationship with the aspirations of people, and would find that the electoral process would either render these irrelevant or corrupted in the hands of a cynical political process.
The Prime Minister cum Financial Minister (above), being a member of Parliament cannot be deemed ignorant of this fraudulent misrepresentation. Answers to parliamentary questions, whether from backbenchers or the opposition, are vetted before presented in Parliament. If the cash has been “diverted” or “unaccounted for” there is a basis for a charge of criminal breach of trust by all the relevant personalities involved in the transaction. There may also be elements of corruption
According to the latest written reply to Petaling Jaya Utara MP Tony Pua, the Ministry said the money that was “redeemed” was in the form of assets in US dollars.”We cannot but agree that this is the Malaysian scandal of the century. Heinous and despicable crimes have been committed.
- For MOF to have issued the statement in March, forged documents must have been presented to show that cash was in fact deposited. This was corroborated by the current CEO, who said recently that the bank statement reflected that cash was so deposited. But the bank in Singapore has denied that cash had been deposited.
- The criminal offence of fraud and forgery is prima facie established and all the relevant personalities concerned with this transaction must be charged and it is for them to offer their defence in a court hearing
- When the statement by MOF/Prime Minister was made in Parliament that cash was deposited when it was not true, the august house was misled by a fraudulent misrepresentation. It was a blatant contempt of the house. The entire country was misled. The rakyat was cheated and led to believe a falsehood.
- In the past, members of Parliament were suspended for making a mere misrepresentation with no adverse financial consequences to the country.
Najib 'lying with a straight face, hits back Mahathir
Najib said he accepted criticisms with an open mind and would continue to address legitimate concerns and feedback
“Much of what Mahathir has said lacks objectivity and is downright wrong. The question should be asked – what is Mahathir’s motivation in choosing this moment to regurgitate smears manufactured by the very opposition groups that he previously denounced as liars?” Najib said.
Debate is not over simply because you Najib do engage in corruption. A Prime Minister is expected to provide corruption free governance, used public office to enrich herself, to enrich her family and her friend
In a no holds barred counter-attack on Najib
Mahathir branded Prime Minister Najib a"puppet with Rosmah moving the string and accused him of "lying with a straight face "I believe that a Prime Minister's responsibility is not limited to not doing corruption himself but to also ensure that others are not allowed to do corruption. He has to root out corruption from the system. said Mahathir Good governance has to be blended with clever politics. our democracy is in fine fettle and could do without anarchy. The argument that there’s no place for anarchy in our politics is hopelessly quaint. There’s a place for everything here. That’s what makes us so special. But our mainstream political parties are so obsessed with the status quo that anyone questioning it is always viewed with deep suspicion and mistrust. Anarchy raises disturbing questions. But sometimes these questions need to be asked. This does not mean anarchy is always good but, yes, it fulfills a specific task. And that task is to disrupt the established order of things.
Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak today continued to deflect calls for him to step down, declaring that he will complete his term as the country's premier.
"I was democratically elected by both the party and the people, and, as I have the mandate, will complete my term as party president and prime minister.
readmore Mr Prime Minister Najib explan the allegations that have no basis.?
Among the many challenges that democracy is facing in the country, the most significant one is that the idealistic purpose within which it is meant to reside has been gradually dismantled, leaving a skeletal framework that has become an instrument of distributing power without assigning to it any larger intent. In this construct, power owes a responsibility only to itself- both in terms of seeking it and ensuring its perpetuation. Political competition does not translate into debating how power should be used but only in haggling about who gets to use it. Once acquired, power is used extractively and its rewards distributed selectively. The absence of a self-disciplining mechanism within political parties is a pointer to the fact that there is great satisfaction with the way things are, as well as a recognition that change is neither possible nor desirable. Parties may act against dissidents (increasingly with greater reluctance and for shorter durations) but rarely does it act against those that commit any serious misdemeanours. The more fundamental question of what constitutes public will and whether that idea needs to be contained in a larger framework of values. On the one hand, there is the belief that decentralisation and putting the power of determining one’s own destiny must lie with local communities, and on the other a great sense of anxiety about the many instances of communities making choices that are troubling to the idea of a modern liberal democracy.
Democracy could easily become an instrument of a regressive past, intent on maintaining status quo, and a political process that is deeply expedient would find no reason to challenge this. On the other hand, it could remain theoretically wedded to ideas that show no relationship with the aspirations of people, and would find that the electoral process would either render these irrelevant or corrupted in the hands of a cynical political process.
The Prime Minister cum Financial Minister (above), being a member of Parliament cannot be deemed ignorant of this fraudulent misrepresentation. Answers to parliamentary questions, whether from backbenchers or the opposition, are vetted before presented in Parliament. If the cash has been “diverted” or “unaccounted for” there is a basis for a charge of criminal breach of trust by all the relevant personalities involved in the transaction. There may also be elements of corruption
According to the latest written reply to Petaling Jaya Utara MP Tony Pua, the Ministry said the money that was “redeemed” was in the form of assets in US dollars.”We cannot but agree that this is the Malaysian scandal of the century. Heinous and despicable crimes have been committed.
- For MOF to have issued the statement in March, forged documents must have been presented to show that cash was in fact deposited. This was corroborated by the current CEO, who said recently that the bank statement reflected that cash was so deposited. But the bank in Singapore has denied that cash had been deposited.
- The criminal offence of fraud and forgery is prima facie established and all the relevant personalities concerned with this transaction must be charged and it is for them to offer their defence in a court hearing
- When the statement by MOF/Prime Minister was made in Parliament that cash was deposited when it was not true, the august house was misled by a fraudulent misrepresentation. It was a blatant contempt of the house. The entire country was misled. The rakyat was cheated and led to believe a falsehood.
- In the past, members of Parliament were suspended for making a mere misrepresentation with no adverse financial consequences to the country.
Najib 'lying with a straight face, hits back Mahathir
Najib said he accepted criticisms with an open mind and would continue to address legitimate concerns and feedback
“Much of what Mahathir has said lacks objectivity and is downright wrong. The question should be asked – what is Mahathir’s motivation in choosing this moment to regurgitate smears manufactured by the very opposition groups that he previously denounced as liars?” Najib said.
Debate is not over simply because you Najib do engage in corruption. A Prime Minister is expected to provide corruption free governance, used public office to enrich herself, to enrich her family and her friend
In a no holds barred counter-attack on Najib
Mahathir branded Prime Minister Najib a"puppet with Rosmah moving the string and accused him of "lying with a straight face "I believe that a Prime Minister's responsibility is not limited to not doing corruption himself but to also ensure that others are not allowed to do corruption. He has to root out corruption from the system. said Mahathir Good governance has to be blended with clever politics. our democracy is in fine fettle and could do without anarchy. The argument that there’s no place for anarchy in our politics is hopelessly quaint. There’s a place for everything here. That’s what makes us so special. But our mainstream political parties are so obsessed with the status quo that anyone questioning it is always viewed with deep suspicion and mistrust. Anarchy raises disturbing questions. But sometimes these questions need to be asked. This does not mean anarchy is always good but, yes, it fulfills a specific task. And that task is to disrupt the established order of things.
Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak today continued to deflect calls for him to step down, declaring that he will complete his term as the country's premier.
"I was democratically elected by both the party and the people, and, as I have the mandate, will complete my term as party president and prime minister.
Will Najib one day ban democracy
Among the many challenges that democracy is facing in the country, the most significant one is that the idealistic purpose within which it is meant to reside has been gradually dismantled, leaving a skeletal framework that has become an instrument of distributing power without assigning to it any larger intent. In this construct, power owes a responsibility only to itself- both in terms of seeking it and ensuring its perpetuation. Political competition does not translate into debating how power should be used but only in haggling about who gets to use it. Once acquired, power is used extractively and its rewards distributed selectively. The absence of a self-disciplining mechanism within political parties is a pointer to the fact that there is great satisfaction with the way things are, as well as a recognition that change is neither possible nor desirable. Parties may act against dissidents (increasingly with greater reluctance and for shorter durations) but rarely does it act against those that commit any serious misdemeanours. The more fundamental question of what constitutes public will and whether that idea needs to be contained in a larger framework of values. On the one hand, there is the belief that decentralisation and putting the power of determining one’s own destiny must lie with local communities, and on the other a great sense of anxiety about the many instances of communities making choices that are troubling to the idea of a modern liberal democracy.
Democracy could easily become an instrument of a regressive past, intent on maintaining status quo, and a political process that is deeply expedient would find no reason to challenge this. On the other hand, it could remain theoretically wedded to ideas that show no relationship with the aspirations of people, and would find that the electoral process would either render these irrelevant or corrupted in the hands of a cynical political process.
The Prime Minister cum Financial Minister (above), being a member of Parliament cannot be deemed ignorant of this fraudulent misrepresentation. Answers to parliamentary questions, whether from backbenchers or the opposition, are vetted before presented in Parliament. If the cash has been “diverted” or “unaccounted for” there is a basis for a charge of criminal breach of trust by all the relevant personalities involved in the transaction. There may also be elements of corruption
According to the latest written reply to Petaling Jaya Utara MP Tony Pua, the Ministry said the money that was “redeemed” was in the form of assets in US dollars.”We cannot but agree that this is the Malaysian scandal of the century. Heinous and despicable crimes have been committed.
- For MOF to have issued the statement in March, forged documents must have been presented to show that cash was in fact deposited. This was corroborated by the current CEO, who said recently that the bank statement reflected that cash was so deposited. But the bank in Singapore has denied that cash had been deposited.
- The criminal offence of fraud and forgery is prima facie established and all the relevant personalities concerned with this transaction must be charged and it is for them to offer their defence in a court hearing
- When the statement by MOF/Prime Minister was made in Parliament that cash was deposited when it was not true, the august house was misled by a fraudulent misrepresentation. It was a blatant contempt of the house. The entire country was misled. The rakyat was cheated and led to believe a falsehood.
- In the past, members of Parliament were suspended for making a mere misrepresentation with no adverse financial consequences to the country.
Najib 'lying with a straight face, hits back Mahathir
Najib said he accepted criticisms with an open mind and would continue to address legitimate concerns and feedback
“Much of what Mahathir has said lacks objectivity and is downright wrong. The question should be asked – what is Mahathir’s motivation in choosing this moment to regurgitate smears manufactured by the very opposition groups that he previously denounced as liars?” Najib said.
Debate is not over simply because you Najib do engage in corruption. A Prime Minister is expected to provide corruption free governance, used public office to enrich herself, to enrich her family and her friend
In a no holds barred counter-attack on Najib
Mahathir branded Prime Minister Najib a"puppet with Rosmah moving the string and accused him of "lying with a straight face "I believe that a Prime Minister's responsibility is not limited to not doing corruption himself but to also ensure that others are not allowed to do corruption. He has to root out corruption from the system. said Mahathir Good governance has to be blended with clever politics. our democracy is in fine fettle and could do without anarchy. The argument that there’s no place for anarchy in our politics is hopelessly quaint. There’s a place for everything here. That’s what makes us so special. But our mainstream political parties are so obsessed with the status quo that anyone questioning it is always viewed with deep suspicion and mistrust. Anarchy raises disturbing questions. But sometimes these questions need to be asked. This does not mean anarchy is always good but, yes, it fulfills a specific task. And that task is to disrupt the established order of things.
Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak today continued to deflect calls for him to step down, declaring that he will complete his term as the country's premier.
"I was democratically elected by both the party and the people, and, as I have the mandate, will complete my term as party president and prime minister.
readmore Mr Prime Minister Najib explan the allegations that have no basis.
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