Thursday, October 29, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Media - Ethiopia, Sudan, Haiti then Singapore
I have said many times before that Singapore's media is.... errr.... not.... restricted.
It is free and fair! Really lah.
Few believe me. Very few :-)
Many more run to the loo to snigger loudly.
Others die laughing in my face.
Kesian aku.
Now we have it from the Law Minister himself.
Singapore, you know lah, always use the law to restrict the press, they say.
No, this is not said by me, but by Law Minister K. Shanmugam (a highly respected private lawyer before being inducted into politics).
So he explains his way out - he tried his best anyway.
Read it and judge for yourself.
See extracts of Shanmugam's speech here - journalism.sg, a website about journalism, journalists and government in that Little Red Dot.
Former premier Goh Chok Tong also talked about Singapore and media freedom some years back, here.
One of those who had run-ins with MM Lee Kuan Yew over media freedom was the late columnist, William Safire.
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These are the main points if you want to write about Singapore.
1) The government allows to write anything. But if it sees you straying into rumours and syiok sendiri political stories, it will not stand still.
It will be very vigorous in trying to get its response across.
Don't lose in court, baby. Don't.
If, to take a Malaysian example, you put out a story about the government being corrupt, or PM Najib Razak being involved with some murder (as some websites and blogs did), then expect a strong response. Unless you have court prove-able proof.
(And don't run and hide away like a royal coward after making scurrilous allegations about murder against the PM! Unless of course, they don't have any proof in the first place, just syiok sendiri writings).
The reason for staying true is simple: Singapore does not want some untrue stuff, or some things presented as 'facts' which it thinks are unfairly inaccurate, to be spread in the public domain forever and ever.
It will sue if necessary.
Be prepared to defend yourself vigorously.
As Minister Shanmugam says:
"Our approach on press reporting is simple: The press can criticise us, our policies. We do not seek to proscribe that.
"But we demand the right of response, to be published in the journal that published the original article. We do not accept that they can decide whether to publish our response. That irks the press no end."
In Malaysia, taking the example further, if a politician were to sue over some nonsense article, then a rumour will be accepted as fact, instead of the opposite.
When Anwar Ibrahim sued the writer of the book '50 Dalil' (50 Reasons Why Anwar Cannot Become PM), people actually started to say: 'There you are, the book contains truths, so he wants to shut up the publisher and writer. Otherwise, why sue?'
If PM Najib or Dr Mahathir Mohamad were to sue some website or newspaper over something, people will cry about 'media freedom being restricted'.
'They are scared of the truth lah! Vote them out!'
Lim Kit Siang will ask for a commission of inquiry.
The same thing with anyone, over most things, in Kay-El.
So the rumour mill becomes the truth mill.
In Singapore, politicians sue to keep their integrity in the eyes of the public.
As Minister Shanmugam says:
"We have no problems with tough debate, criticism of policies. But we believe that such debate should avoid untrue and scurrilous personal attacks.
"Personal reputation is no less valuable than personal property. Public discourse does not have to descend into the gutter."
At the same time, Singapore, Singaporeans and its officials do know that the reputation of its media is somewhere, well, in the gutter.
People scoff at The Straits Times (suratkhabar aku) etc.
Well, no one will stop you doing that.
After all we all know that Singapore's media ranking is BELOW that of Ethiopia, Sudan, Kazahkstan, Venezuela, Guinea, Haiti.
Kahkahkah.
But you know what? Singapore's officials are saying, so what?
Shanmugam says:
"The people of Singapore also know better. Sixty-five per cent voted for the Government at the last General Elections.
"And the investors who put in billions every year know better as well. They do not have to come here. We do not have any natural resources.
"Our main selling point is that there will be good value added when they invest here, their investments will be protected, and that we are a stable democracy."
See his very last word. Democracy.
Some people prefer the Malaysian type of democracy and media freedom. You make personal attacks with no basis, you can get away with it. You become a folk hero.
Others prefer the China, or Indonesia, or American model.
Singapore would like to say it has its own brand of demo-kerasi.
Hey, remgold, you mention, above, about points to note, but how come there is only Point 1) and nothing else.
My answer: Fool, there is only one rule needed.
So you won't forget it: You can write what you want. Stray and you die.
Now, go run to the loo if you must.
I am staying right here.
You guys go visit Ethiopia, Sudan and Haiti and tell me about freedom.
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The problem for Singapore's media handlers, it seems, is this: People visit Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia, America, United Kingdom, etc too, and they say - "We want some of that media freedom. Never mind if it comes with corruption and scurrilous attacks and some mayhem."
Or else, they just plug into the Internet right from home.
That is something for the Singapore government to work out - how to calibrate the open borders, because the Internet shows you the world from Ang Mo Kio, Bedok , Jurong West and Punggol.
It is free and fair! Really lah.
Few believe me. Very few :-)
Many more run to the loo to snigger loudly.
Others die laughing in my face.
Kesian aku.
Now we have it from the Law Minister himself.
Singapore, you know lah, always use the law to restrict the press, they say.
No, this is not said by me, but by Law Minister K. Shanmugam (a highly respected private lawyer before being inducted into politics).
So he explains his way out - he tried his best anyway.
Read it and judge for yourself.
See extracts of Shanmugam's speech here - journalism.sg, a website about journalism, journalists and government in that Little Red Dot.
Former premier Goh Chok Tong also talked about Singapore and media freedom some years back, here.
One of those who had run-ins with MM Lee Kuan Yew over media freedom was the late columnist, William Safire.
------------------------------------------------------
These are the main points if you want to write about Singapore.
1) The government allows to write anything. But if it sees you straying into rumours and syiok sendiri political stories, it will not stand still.
It will be very vigorous in trying to get its response across.
Don't lose in court, baby. Don't.
If, to take a Malaysian example, you put out a story about the government being corrupt, or PM Najib Razak being involved with some murder (as some websites and blogs did), then expect a strong response. Unless you have court prove-able proof.
(And don't run and hide away like a royal coward after making scurrilous allegations about murder against the PM! Unless of course, they don't have any proof in the first place, just syiok sendiri writings).
The reason for staying true is simple: Singapore does not want some untrue stuff, or some things presented as 'facts' which it thinks are unfairly inaccurate, to be spread in the public domain forever and ever.
It will sue if necessary.
Be prepared to defend yourself vigorously.
As Minister Shanmugam says:
"Our approach on press reporting is simple: The press can criticise us, our policies. We do not seek to proscribe that.
"But we demand the right of response, to be published in the journal that published the original article. We do not accept that they can decide whether to publish our response. That irks the press no end."
In Malaysia, taking the example further, if a politician were to sue over some nonsense article, then a rumour will be accepted as fact, instead of the opposite.
When Anwar Ibrahim sued the writer of the book '50 Dalil' (50 Reasons Why Anwar Cannot Become PM), people actually started to say: 'There you are, the book contains truths, so he wants to shut up the publisher and writer. Otherwise, why sue?'
If PM Najib or Dr Mahathir Mohamad were to sue some website or newspaper over something, people will cry about 'media freedom being restricted'.
'They are scared of the truth lah! Vote them out!'
Lim Kit Siang will ask for a commission of inquiry.
The same thing with anyone, over most things, in Kay-El.
So the rumour mill becomes the truth mill.
In Singapore, politicians sue to keep their integrity in the eyes of the public.
As Minister Shanmugam says:
"We have no problems with tough debate, criticism of policies. But we believe that such debate should avoid untrue and scurrilous personal attacks.
"Personal reputation is no less valuable than personal property. Public discourse does not have to descend into the gutter."
At the same time, Singapore, Singaporeans and its officials do know that the reputation of its media is somewhere, well, in the gutter.
People scoff at The Straits Times (suratkhabar aku) etc.
Well, no one will stop you doing that.
After all we all know that Singapore's media ranking is BELOW that of Ethiopia, Sudan, Kazahkstan, Venezuela, Guinea, Haiti.
Kahkahkah.
But you know what? Singapore's officials are saying, so what?
Shanmugam says:
"The people of Singapore also know better. Sixty-five per cent voted for the Government at the last General Elections.
"And the investors who put in billions every year know better as well. They do not have to come here. We do not have any natural resources.
"Our main selling point is that there will be good value added when they invest here, their investments will be protected, and that we are a stable democracy."
See his very last word. Democracy.
Some people prefer the Malaysian type of democracy and media freedom. You make personal attacks with no basis, you can get away with it. You become a folk hero.
Others prefer the China, or Indonesia, or American model.
Singapore would like to say it has its own brand of demo-kerasi.
Hey, remgold, you mention, above, about points to note, but how come there is only Point 1) and nothing else.
My answer: Fool, there is only one rule needed.
So you won't forget it: You can write what you want. Stray and you die.
Now, go run to the loo if you must.
I am staying right here.
You guys go visit Ethiopia, Sudan and Haiti and tell me about freedom.
-------------------------------------------------------
The problem for Singapore's media handlers, it seems, is this: People visit Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia, America, United Kingdom, etc too, and they say - "We want some of that media freedom. Never mind if it comes with corruption and scurrilous attacks and some mayhem."
Or else, they just plug into the Internet right from home.
That is something for the Singapore government to work out - how to calibrate the open borders, because the Internet shows you the world from Ang Mo Kio, Bedok , Jurong West and Punggol.
DO YOU HAVE A WOMAN IN YOUR LIFE?
OTHER THAN YOUR MOTHER?:)
28th October,2009
9p.m
Dear Friends,
Good Evening!
Feeling nice after writing the previous post,the real romantic post.thanks,my friends,for your remarkable support in the form of comments n mails.:)
i was amazed to know how much people need to relive in the romantic moments.but that is the spice of life,na?
we don't know who will make our day?today i was surprised to know the peon in our office wants me to sign in all circulars first.hey,she considers my signature auspicious.:)cool!God is really great n kind n inspiring me to inspire others.
i receive morning mails n calls daily and i just want to share this forwarded mail with you.friends,if you have a woman in your life ,oh,yes,Mother dear is there-please try to love her wholeheartedly n respect her,all the women in your life!the going will be good.it's your time to give not to take.:)agreed?
and marriages are in full swing.to all those who care for your women and who forgot to do the same,please read this post.
Tomorrow you may get a working woman, but you should marry her with these facts as well.Here is a girl, who is as much educated as you are;
Who is earning almost as much as you do;
One, who has dreams and aspirations just asyou have;
One, who has never entered the kitchen in her life
just like you or your Sister haven't,
One, who has bravely agreed to leave behind all that, her home, people who love her,
to adopt your home, your family, your ways and even your family name.One, who is somehow expected to be a master-chef from day, while
you sleep oblivious to her predicament in her new circumstances, environment and that kitchen.
One, who is expected to make the tea, first thing in the morning and cook food at the end of the day, even if she is as tired as you are, maybe more, and yet never ever expected to complain;
to be a servant, a cook, a mother, a wife, even if she doesn't want to;
and is learning just like you are
as to what you want from her;
and is clumsy and sloppy at times and knows that you won't like it
if she is too demanding, or if she learns faster than you;
One, who has her own set of friends, and that includes boys and even men at her workplace too, hose, who she knows from school days and yet is willing to put all that on the back-burners to avoid your irrational jealousy, unnecessary competition and your inherent insecurities;
Yes, she can drink and dance just as well as you can,
One, who just wants one thing from you,
as you are the only one she knows in your entire house -
your unstinted support, your sensitivities and most importantly - your understanding, or love, if you may call it.
But not many guys understand this...... ?
Please appreciate "HER"
I hope you will do....
Friends,
when we care for each other,let us show our feelings!express freely.feelings are a living language that keep us in touch with each other,not as mere spectators but as participants in life!sometimes a gift can be that simple and that profound.the important thing is to show you care.:)
I'm really excited to make someoneelse's day.today is deep's parents' silver wedding anniversary.May God shower HIS blessings on them,thus turning silver into golden anniversary.and it is really sad that both the sons are away on this special occasion.this is real life.one unexpected call to them made them so happy.
I'm sure all my male readers will see to that there is a smile on her face caused by you.:)
it's anu signing off..............
hey,i must tell you.Aami's neermathalam has bloomed once again after five months of her sad demiseand for the first time i saw the wonderful blooms on tv screen.[Aami-the famous novelist-Kamala Das].
''There is a woman behind every successful man's life'.think it over-who is she?
''There is a woman behind every successful man's life'.think it over-who is she?
wishing you a beautiful night,assuring one n all anu loves you,making you think of all the wonderful women of your life,reminding you to give her the best in life,requesting you to live in a loving world,
sasneham,
anu
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Haiffaa's Story (Please Share This Post)
I don’t usually discuss politically minded things here. I have another blog where I rant freely and without filters, this is my craft blog and focuses on my craft career. Occasionally though, real life and my craft career intersect and today was one of those days. Several years back I found out about a group of refugee women in Denver who were assimilating into our culture and crafting as a way of making some pin money. Something about my first book struck a chord with them, perhaps it was the happy colors or the big pictures...I can’t say. I sent them some books and supplies and continued to follow their progress.
They began as The Bead Women of Denver and eventually they expanded from jewelry making into a variety of crafty endeavors. One woman in the group, Haiffaa Ali, was an exceptional talent and spokesperson. She had escaped Iraq, leaving absolutely everything behind to be faced with the squalor of a refugee camp. Eventually she and her family made their way to America. Recently Haiffaa returned to Iraq while staying in Jordan on vacation. She needed closure on her father’s death, a murder unrelated to the war, and she took a risk that proved deadly. While booking her return trip she was killed in a bombing.
I’m here to share her story because I believe in the power of creativity to transform, elevate and heal. Every woman and man who has ever channeled their creativity has touched this power. I think if we spent more time creating and less time destroying, the world could become an amazing place. It is my mission to remind you, gentle reader, that creativity is the opposite of destruction and every time we create we are shifting the world for the better.
I do not believe in this war, but I do not believe in war at all. I have never been able to understand war. Why must we fight over such arbitrary things as lines drawn on maps or ways of praying or the color of our skin or differences in politics? I pray with all of my heart and soul for a day when we look back and wonder how we ever could have as a human race participated in the mass murder of innocents. Ever. Every person who dies in a war is a person, like you or me. Every life matters. Every life has value. Everyone who dies in a war is a person who was someone’s mother, sister, brother, father, friend, neighbor, child...a person who had the right to live in a world without fear, hatred and war.
Haiffa’s story is powerful and I’d like to share it here. Please follow this link and read her story. Then if you feel compelled, please help the women from A Little Something make this world a better place through the power of their creativity. Each one of us is a link in the chain and we have within us the power to change the world. I believe in The Power of We, how about you?
Be in Peace,
Margot
Terrorific Tuesday Week #4! The Final Week!
Trick or Treat!
Frame and post it note holder dressed for Halloween
Costumed Kokeshi Dolls
Try out a Halloween idea for a traditional Japanese doll with Crafterella
Halloween Mask
Phyllis Dobbs created a fun and easy Halloween mask - great for adults and kids!
Fun Halloween Lanterns
Stephenie Hamen accessorizes plain paper lanterns with her paper punches.
Black Widow & Bloody Necklaces
Pattie Wack uses 3-D paint to create chokers that will creep out your party guests!
Tutu Cute Halloween Wreath
Vanessa creates an inspired wreath made of tulle!
Mad Scientist Party
Amy of Living Locurto shares a slew of fun ideas to host your own Mad Scientist Party.
Halloween Zombie Dolls
Crafty Chica shows how to add some zombie love to your decor!
Halloweenies!
Boopsie Daisy shares some of the wonderful Halloween dollies that she dreams up!
Crafty Chica's Ghost Story!
Kathy Cano-Murillo shares a haunted crafty tale!
Halloween Cone Witches
Make these cute little paper cone witches for Halloween!
Halloween Leftovers
Mel takes the leftovers from last week's project and makes a cool Goth choker!
Brenda Pinnick Halloween Owls
Seasonal Owls for Scaring or Delighting Trick or Treaters
The Impatient Crafter
Margot creates another spooktacular mixed media necklace with a bite.
Halloween Batty Windchime
Heidi Borchers creates a super cute windchime with personality!
Kitschy Kitschy BOO
Add some Halloween flair to your day with this cute kitschy bracelet and earring combo!
Simple Halloween Gift Tags
Studio Mama makes a strong impact with these quick and easy tags!
Strands of Beads
Melissa once again gives some pretty flower beads a Gothic makeover with this simple earring design
Costume Fun
Sharron Westerfield shares her passion for costume-making and the joy it brings her grandchildren.
Return of the Birthday Zombie
Candace is cracking herself up with this ghoulish gift box idea
Doodle Pumpkin
Swelldesigner a.k.a. Alexa Westerfield shows you how to make a fun pumpkin on the fly!
PAS retak, tetapi PKR lebih teruk! Sec-gen turun
LAGI! 11.30mlm
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Kita tak tidur malam ni.
Malaysiakini ada laporan Jeffrey Kitingan dah resign dari jawatan naib presiden PKR, dan parti itu berkecamuk di Sabah. Kejap lagi agak Jefrrey pun kata dia tak resign, cuma hantar surat saja. Hahaha.
Apa dah jadi Abang Nuwar?
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11mlm TERBARU
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Salehuddin Hashim kata dia tak resign pun.
Tetapi menurut Malaysiakini dia dah pun hantar surat berhenti kerja. Teruskan! Tak payah main-main nak merajuk, PKR ada banyak masalah lain nak selesai.
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Hangat! Panas! Terbakar!
Dah Hangus!
Setiausaha-agung PKR Salehuddin Hashim, orang sombong tak kena tempat, dah letak jawatan.
Gaduh dengan ketua PKR lain.
Baca laporan Malaysiakini.
Belum sempat masalah di Sabah diselesai, kini rumah PKR bercambah masalah.
Macam gini nak tadbir negara?
Saya secara peribadi tak pernah berjumpa atau bercakap dengan Salehuddin.
Tetapi wartawan akhbar kami di KL pernah memberitahu mat ni sombong tak kena tempat. Dia berkata: kerana akhbar kami sering "negatif" terhadap PKR dan Pakatan, maka dia tak mahu cakap lagi dengan kami.
Pada saya, akhbar saya kadang-kadang pro-opposition, tetapi kadang-kadang pro-pemerintah.
Kami tak perlu take sides sebab kami bukan akhbar Malaysia, atau akhbar milik parti di Malaysia.
Yang kamu menolak mentah tu, saya tak faham.
Ini PKR belum jadi kerajaan lagi dan dia jadi menteri.
Kalau tidak, habis semua wartawan yang "negatif" terhadap kementeriannya kena block.
Malah, dah berlaku pun - lihat saja kerajaan DAP-PKR di Penang.
Mereka dah lama ban pun Utusan dan NST. Konon kerana menulis cerita "bohong".
Media freedom? Itu gula-gula untuk pengundi saja.
Pembangkang ni mesti belajar jadi seperti para pemimpin PAS.
Bertahun-tahun wartawan, akhbar, TV hentam dia kiri dan kanan, dia tetap bersantun dan mencuba untuk memikat hati wartawan.
Tanyalah semua wartawan asing yang pernah cover PAS.
Dan lebih-lebih lagi wartawan media perdana yang duduk di Kelantan. Sedikit saja yang membenci PAS Kelantan.
Ramai juga pemimpin PKR yang baik bersantun seperti itu, bukan tak ada.
Tetapi Salehuddin ni, balik tidur lagi bagus, sebab tak pandai nak melayan wartawan.
Kami tak rugi apa pun, sebab ramai lagi pemimpin PKR yang masih rakan kami.
Prinsip melayan wartawan yang akhbarnya sering menyerang anda adalah begini: Terus berbuat baik dan bersantun dengan mereka.
Jadi walaupun laporannya dianggap negatif, dia kurang tajam menyerang sebab mengenali anda dengan dekat.
Kata orang, dia tak sampai hati nak hentam habis-habisan sebab pemimpin baik dengan mereka. Wartawan pun takut hubungan akan terputus.
Jika anda orang politik yang tak gemar berbicara dengan wartawan, atau tak suka dengan seseorang wartawan tu, mudah saja - bila ditelefon cakap juga, tetapi jangan kata apa-apa yang boleh ditulis.
Atau berkata kepadanya: 'Ini kena tanya pimpinan atasan.' Jika anda berkata demikian setiap kali ditelefon, wartawan akan get the message.
Dunia politik Malaysia ramai yang lain yang boleh beri maklumat.
Tetapi jangan sampai dibenci wartawan.
Yang dibenci ialah pemimpin yang hanya nak berita "positif".
Orang yang tak sanggup menerima kritikan tak patut masuk politik.
Duduk kampung saja, jaga cucu.
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Kita tak tidur malam ni.
Malaysiakini ada laporan Jeffrey Kitingan dah resign dari jawatan naib presiden PKR, dan parti itu berkecamuk di Sabah. Kejap lagi agak Jefrrey pun kata dia tak resign, cuma hantar surat saja. Hahaha.
Apa dah jadi Abang Nuwar?
--------------------------------------------------------
11mlm TERBARU
--------------------------------------------------------
Salehuddin Hashim kata dia tak resign pun.
Tetapi menurut Malaysiakini dia dah pun hantar surat berhenti kerja. Teruskan! Tak payah main-main nak merajuk, PKR ada banyak masalah lain nak selesai.
--------------------------------------------------------
Hangat! Panas! Terbakar!
Dah Hangus!
Setiausaha-agung PKR Salehuddin Hashim, orang sombong tak kena tempat, dah letak jawatan.
Gaduh dengan ketua PKR lain.
Baca laporan Malaysiakini.
Belum sempat masalah di Sabah diselesai, kini rumah PKR bercambah masalah.
Macam gini nak tadbir negara?
Saya secara peribadi tak pernah berjumpa atau bercakap dengan Salehuddin.
Tetapi wartawan akhbar kami di KL pernah memberitahu mat ni sombong tak kena tempat. Dia berkata: kerana akhbar kami sering "negatif" terhadap PKR dan Pakatan, maka dia tak mahu cakap lagi dengan kami.
Pada saya, akhbar saya kadang-kadang pro-opposition, tetapi kadang-kadang pro-pemerintah.
Kami tak perlu take sides sebab kami bukan akhbar Malaysia, atau akhbar milik parti di Malaysia.
Yang kamu menolak mentah tu, saya tak faham.
Ini PKR belum jadi kerajaan lagi dan dia jadi menteri.
Kalau tidak, habis semua wartawan yang "negatif" terhadap kementeriannya kena block.
Malah, dah berlaku pun - lihat saja kerajaan DAP-PKR di Penang.
Mereka dah lama ban pun Utusan dan NST. Konon kerana menulis cerita "bohong".
Media freedom? Itu gula-gula untuk pengundi saja.
Pembangkang ni mesti belajar jadi seperti para pemimpin PAS.
Bertahun-tahun wartawan, akhbar, TV hentam dia kiri dan kanan, dia tetap bersantun dan mencuba untuk memikat hati wartawan.
Tanyalah semua wartawan asing yang pernah cover PAS.
Dan lebih-lebih lagi wartawan media perdana yang duduk di Kelantan. Sedikit saja yang membenci PAS Kelantan.
Ramai juga pemimpin PKR yang baik bersantun seperti itu, bukan tak ada.
Tetapi Salehuddin ni, balik tidur lagi bagus, sebab tak pandai nak melayan wartawan.
Kami tak rugi apa pun, sebab ramai lagi pemimpin PKR yang masih rakan kami.
Prinsip melayan wartawan yang akhbarnya sering menyerang anda adalah begini: Terus berbuat baik dan bersantun dengan mereka.
Jadi walaupun laporannya dianggap negatif, dia kurang tajam menyerang sebab mengenali anda dengan dekat.
Kata orang, dia tak sampai hati nak hentam habis-habisan sebab pemimpin baik dengan mereka. Wartawan pun takut hubungan akan terputus.
Jika anda orang politik yang tak gemar berbicara dengan wartawan, atau tak suka dengan seseorang wartawan tu, mudah saja - bila ditelefon cakap juga, tetapi jangan kata apa-apa yang boleh ditulis.
Atau berkata kepadanya: 'Ini kena tanya pimpinan atasan.' Jika anda berkata demikian setiap kali ditelefon, wartawan akan get the message.
Dunia politik Malaysia ramai yang lain yang boleh beri maklumat.
Tetapi jangan sampai dibenci wartawan.
Yang dibenci ialah pemimpin yang hanya nak berita "positif".
Orang yang tak sanggup menerima kritikan tak patut masuk politik.
Duduk kampung saja, jaga cucu.
Husam pemangku MB bila Nik Aziz naik haji?
Belum pun habis cerita keretakan dalam PAS, kini ada berita yang mungkin menambah kepada kecelaruan itu.
Dari negeri di bawah bayu Laut Cina Selatan, Kelantan, ada cerita bahawa MB Nik Aziz Nik Mat akan ke Makkah. Naik haji, dalam beberapa minggu ini.
Memang betul Datuk Ahmad Yaakob ialah timbalan menteri besar.
Tetapi ceritanya, Pok Nik akan melantik anak buah kesayangannya dan juga exco kanan Kelantan, Husam Musa, sebagai MB semasa pemergiannya. Lihat laporan orang Kelantan, MSO.
Tetapi surat rasmi perlantikan belum keluar, kata seorang rakan di Kelantan, baru cakap-cakap.
Pok Nik dan Huse ini dilabel kumpulan Erdogan di dalam PAS sendiri.
Sedangkan yang menguasai pucuk pimpinan PAS pusat buat masa ini ialah kumpulan Ulama pro-Umno berpusat di Terengganu.
Jadi bagaimana mereka nak terima ketua Erdogan menerajui negeri kesayangan PAS?
Huse dah kalah pun pada Jun lalu menentang Nasharudin Mat Isa, dari golongan Uls. Maknanya boleh ditafsirkan: jika beliau tak ada sokongan kuat dalam PAS kenapa nak lantik dia jadi Pemangku Menteri Besar?
Huse pun bukan ulama, seperti Ahmad dan seorang exco lagi Nik Amar Nik Abdullah! (ini kalau saya nak cucuk jarum lah, tapi nanti tak syiok pula jika Huse membaca).
Ini lagi satu isu rumit yang perlu di selesaikan.
Atas kertas, saya rasa MB ada kuasa nak lantik siapapun. Tetapi dalam percaturan PAS buat masa ini, tak semudah itu.
Dan satu lagi - adakah pihak Istana Kelantan akan setuju, walaupun perlantikan yang disebut hanya untuk 2-3 minggu musim haji?
Tuanku Sultan Ismail Petra masih di hospital (gambarnya di sini) di Singapore dan Kelantan kini ditadbir Pemangku Raja Kelantan, Tengku Muhammad Faris Petra.
Dari negeri di bawah bayu Laut Cina Selatan, Kelantan, ada cerita bahawa MB Nik Aziz Nik Mat akan ke Makkah. Naik haji, dalam beberapa minggu ini.
Memang betul Datuk Ahmad Yaakob ialah timbalan menteri besar.
Tetapi ceritanya, Pok Nik akan melantik anak buah kesayangannya dan juga exco kanan Kelantan, Husam Musa, sebagai MB semasa pemergiannya. Lihat laporan orang Kelantan, MSO.
Tetapi surat rasmi perlantikan belum keluar, kata seorang rakan di Kelantan, baru cakap-cakap.
Pok Nik dan Huse ini dilabel kumpulan Erdogan di dalam PAS sendiri.
Sedangkan yang menguasai pucuk pimpinan PAS pusat buat masa ini ialah kumpulan Ulama pro-Umno berpusat di Terengganu.
Jadi bagaimana mereka nak terima ketua Erdogan menerajui negeri kesayangan PAS?
Huse dah kalah pun pada Jun lalu menentang Nasharudin Mat Isa, dari golongan Uls. Maknanya boleh ditafsirkan: jika beliau tak ada sokongan kuat dalam PAS kenapa nak lantik dia jadi Pemangku Menteri Besar?
Huse pun bukan ulama, seperti Ahmad dan seorang exco lagi Nik Amar Nik Abdullah! (ini kalau saya nak cucuk jarum lah, tapi nanti tak syiok pula jika Huse membaca).
Ini lagi satu isu rumit yang perlu di selesaikan.
Atas kertas, saya rasa MB ada kuasa nak lantik siapapun. Tetapi dalam percaturan PAS buat masa ini, tak semudah itu.
Dan satu lagi - adakah pihak Istana Kelantan akan setuju, walaupun perlantikan yang disebut hanya untuk 2-3 minggu musim haji?
Tuanku Sultan Ismail Petra masih di hospital (gambarnya di sini) di Singapore dan Kelantan kini ditadbir Pemangku Raja Kelantan, Tengku Muhammad Faris Petra.
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