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Written by Shirley T
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Saturday, 23 August 2008 17:48 |
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August 26, 2008 is a Tuesday that will be remembered by many. The day that dictates our future. The day that Malaysians decide where do we go from here. From coffee shop to even board room, this is the hottest topic discussed among fellow Malaysians. We are indeed very concern on who will be the next Permatang Pauh MP (member of parliament). Arif Shah, Anwar Ibrahim or Hanafi Hamat. And why?
As a matured individual and a responsible citizen, firstly execute it by deciding to cast your ballot on 26 August 2008 if you are truly a legal voter for Permatang Pauh. Secondly, it is the choice for which party to vote for. Barisan Nasional (BN), Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) or Angkatan Keadilan Insan Malaysia (AKIM)? It is not difficult at all, my dear friend! Think for a moment of truth.
This election is not as simple as deciding for the Permatang Pauh MP or who will be speaking on behalf of the 'rakyat' ('rakyat' means citizen in Malay language). It is about whether we want to have two equally dominance political parties in our country. Looking at the example of developed nations like United States or Sweden, it has been proven that two political parties with almost an equal force definitely provide an advantage to perform check and balance for the country and subsequently enable our nation to move forward in economics and social as well. The opposite is observed for those countries ruled by a dictatorship political party or government like Myanmar. A republic by name and nothing else. It was reported in their recent election, some villages authorities and polling station officials ticked the ballots themselves and did not let the voters to do anything. This could be an extreme case but if we do not stop this, we are getting there very soon. Studying carefully the political climate of most republics in Africa that are dominated by a single ruling party, it also shows there is a significant below par achievement in term of economy and social growth. If this simple analogy rings a bell, I believe you are wise to pick your choice.
On top of that, please do not be swayed by the threat of instability or inconveniences if there are two strong political parties. Yes, things may get slower to be approved but it also means that our ministers are more careful in their analysis and decision making as we leave them with no chance to make mistakes or being careless. This is the attitude we shall work towards to cultivate. And how to achieve? Think and cast your vote wisely . Decide for our future and vote towards a two-party system!
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