Category Archives: On the Beat
An alliance that offers no alternative ( 21 November 1999 )
Although the Barisan Alternatif manifesto has left out the setting up of an Islamic state, PAS leaders have continuously vowed to push for hudud laws if they come to power. The statements and practices of PAS have proved that they […] Continue Reading
Tough decisions on the Barisan line-up ( 14 November 1999 )
There will probably be some who will weep openly and later, put up a brave front to pressmen that they accept the leadership's decision in the name of party unity and the struggle. According to insiders, Umno headquarters has been […] Continue Reading
Budget posturing in polls run-up ( 31 October 1999 )
It appears to be a case of tit-for-tat as the political temperature soars in the run-up to the coming general election. Just a few days earlier, Umno had hit out at DAP deputy chairman Karpal Singh, questioning his ethics as […] Continue Reading
Amicable way to solve grouses ( 24 October 1999 )
It is a step in the right direction as the proposed council would serve as a forum to discuss and sort out issues of mutual concern. One of the sore points among the students is the perception that their voices […] Continue Reading
One up for the Malaysian formula ( 17 October 1999 )
For the past week, Malaysians have followed the trail of the celebrity-like F1 drivers who turned up at functions to please their sponsors. They have had to kiss babies, sign autographs, pose for photographers one even opened a bank. There's […] Continue Reading
All signs point to November polls ( 10 October 1999 )
Last week, the Cabinet directed all ministers and senior civil servants to cancel their leave plans; a strong sign that the general election is imminent. Speculation is rife that Parliament will be dissolved this month and polling will be held […] Continue Reading
Artistes hop on to the political stage ( 03 October 1999 )
Asked whether he was being used by Keadilan, Ito replied he was actually the one using Keadilan. Ito, 48, as everyone in the music industry knows, is a fading star. His name doesn't ring a bell to youngsters brought up […] Continue Reading
A need to spruce up badly dented image of police force ( 26 September 1999 )
It cannot be denied that there are some over-zealous policemen who abuse their authority. On the other hand, the force has reacted swiftly by charging the constable with the killing of Dr Tai. Those who have demanded answers to the […] Continue Reading
Ready and eager for the polls ( 19 September 1999 )
For the 500 Barisan Nasional Youth leaders, particularly those from the peninsula who turned up for the three-day convention, it was an eye-opener. The Tuaran parliamentary seat is held by PBS leader Yunof Marinking, a party vice-president. The convention participants […] Continue Reading
Think before seeking a change ( 12 September 1999 )
There are many, it seems, who are willing to take that emotional position. In a democracy, demands for greater transparency, accountability and democratic space are justified. But the coming election isn't just a fight between Barisan Nasional and the opposition […] Continue Reading
