A matter of trial and error

The new Security Offences (Special Measures) Act is arguably imperfect, but the timing of its conception cannot be more perfect for the new generation of Malaysia, says de facto Law Minister Datuk…

Moving forth with fortitude

Home Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein is taking changes to the security laws in his stride.By WONG CHUN WAI and MAZWIN NIK ANIS, The Star THE Home Ministry is “home” to many laws that…

Oh brother, what’s going on?

Tan Sri Kadir Sheikh Fadzir, one of Kedah's most colourful politicians, is said to be on the verge of joining PAS but his brothers are begging him not to take the step.Joceline Tan, The Star ON…

Prostituting Islam

Yes, many Malays talk about Islam but they are actually prostituting Islam. And then they scream about aqidah when they themselves do not have aqidah. Such is the hypocrisy of those who claim to be…

Keep talking Dr M

Since 1981 Umno has changed in character completely, evolving into an evil empire thriving on a complex network of cronies and a labyrinth of shady deals. Mohd Ariff Sabri Aziz, Free Malaysia Today …

Notes from the Freedom Square

FMT takes a trip to Dataran Merdeka to meet both the students protesting for free education and those from the Occupy movement. Aneesa Alphonsus. Free Malaysia Today The atmosphere was almost…

BN could suffer for attack on students

Perception is what counts in politics. And the perception that has already set in among the discerning public, not only discerning students, is that Umno hired the thugs. Kee Thuan Chye, Free Malaysia…

HRP wants Anwar’s commitment

The opposition leader must pledge to end the problem of stateless Malaysian Indians, says HRP information chief S Jayathas. (Free Malaysia Today) - Human Rights Party information chief S Jayathas…

Why it is not working

It would be very difficult to discuss or debate issues when we cannot in the first place even agree on the concept. My concept of a two-party system and third force are entirely different from yours.…

Amendments to Election Offences Act

SV Singam It is more serious than anything else done so far. By these amendments, they have removed every means of monitoring irregularities. We may as well call off the elections and allow UMNO…