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Top 5 Darndest Things Said In December 2007

January 16, 2008

Oops, I was supposed to compile this list 2 weeks ago, but it’s never too late to look back on the previous month right? Anyway, here you are, the Top 5 Darndest Moments in December 2007! (November’s Top 5 moments are here if you’re interested :D).

#5. ‘Destroy Statues and Crosses’ MP: My Intentions Misunderstood
There was a public outcry regarding the statements released by Syed Hood Syed Edros, the MP of Parit Sulong to demolish Christian statues and crosses in schools. This issue was even raised in Parliament. Read to see how Syed Hood performs ‘tai chi’ to deflect the whole issue.

Aftermath: Well, no official apology from him. No action taken as well. Dah biasa la.

#4. Top 5 Stupid Statements From A Policeman’s Mouth
Haha, a Top 5 list in a Top 5 list. Musa Hassan tries to link Hindraf to the LTTE terrorist group in Sri Lanka. Of course, this being a political matter, no concrete evidence was produced.

Aftermath: It is with these suspicions that 5 members of Hindraf including their leaders have been imprisoned (let’s face it, it’s prison) under the Internal Security Act for 2 years without any hope for a trial.

#3. The Strength Of Ong Ka Chuan’s Political Clout
Ong Ka Chuan, brother of Ong Ka Ting makes fun of Anwar Ibrahim’s political strength, easily forgetting that he lost in the last elections after boasting that he would win by a big margin.

Aftermath: Chua Soi Lek resigned as Health Minister. Ong Ka Ting was made acting Health Minister. Some analysts are saying that Ong Ka Ting is now warming the seat up so that when his brother contests in a rural area and wins, he will then appoint his brother Ong Ka Chuan as the Health Minister. Chua Soi Lek certainly seems like a better choice…not!

Speaking of Chua Soi Lek…

#2. Chua Soi Lek: If You’re Not Satisfied With Our Hospital, Don’t Come
To those of you that say, Chua Soi Lek shouldn’t have resigned, blah blah blah, let’s see if you change your mind after reading how he responded to the case where a baby lost her arm to amputation due to negligence. A must read!

#1. The Ban on the use of ‘Allah’ by non-Muslims
Lucia Lai first alerted me that the Herald’s permit was not going to be renewed because the word Allah was used. I responded by posting Allah, God, Yahweh? What’s In A Name?, arguing that BN has problems with religious tolerance. Then came the first official reply by the government, Johari: “Allah” For Muslims Only, and as usual, some lame excuse is given for the decision. At New Year’s Eve, the permit for the Herald was given, and I posted on the different comments and views I have read in cyberspace. You’ve got to read Malaysians Suffering From Foot In Mouth Syndrome just to believe some of the things people write, especially letters to Malaysiakini.

Aftermath: The Herald got its permit, but the issue has yet to be settled. The Internal Security Ministry has stated that Allah still cannot be used, and this is based on a cabinet decision a few years back. Letters are still streaming into Malaysiakini regarding this issue, and once again, Malaysians are polarized over religion. Some other religious intolerance news can be found here and here.

December 2007 also saw the emergence/introduction of Sleepy the Dwarf, this blog’s new fairytale/political character obviously plagiarized from Disney, with an evil twist. Click here to read Sleepy’s adventures in Wonderland.

Enjoy reading!

You Might Find These Interesting

• Goodbye Chua Soi Lek. We Won’t/Will Miss You
• Malaysians Suffering From Foot In Mouth Syndrome
• Johari: “Allah” For Muslims Only
• Chua Soi Lek: If You’re Not Satisfied With Our Hospital, Don’t Come
• Top 5 Darndest Things Said In November 2007

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