Life in general is full with drama. We are the actors and our life is the plot that completes a story. For me, the closest thing that depicts what life is all about would be politics. Politics in this country often bring negative connotation. Many people find it dirty, but I suppose that perception is true as it mirrors the state of politics in this country.
My first encounter with something political (so to speak) was Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s first trial. I was 7 year old and barely understood what was going on; what more to understand the charge made against him ( I did ask my mom what the charge meant which she refused to answer). I believe that case sparked my interest in politics. From that day, I constantly read newspaper. I never understood what was reported, but there was one thing that I was always good at; I could remember the names of each minister in the entire Malaysian Cabinet.
I suppose that ‘gift’ remains with me until today. My thirst for more insights in politics grew even more. I watch video, I listen to speeches, I read more books and sometimes I attend political forums.
Many friends asked me about my obsession with politics. I don’t really have a proper explanation for that particular question. I suppose I just love what politics offer to you. If the power is used wisely, we will be able to bring about changes to this nation. Our nation is now at a crossroad. The path that lies ahead offers more challenges than opportunities. Therefore, anyone who posses power must use it for the benefits of the people.
9 January 2012 heralds the new future for Malaysia (at least for me). The unexpected verdict of the second trial of DSAI surprised the nation once more. The tears and cheers on that day testified for hope of many Malaysians that this episode should be the closure for one of the most painful chapters that this nation has ever go through.
I wish to see Malaysian politics to become more matured. Although many are still doubtful with 901’s verdict, but one must continue to become hopeful that one day, this nation shall rise to where it deserves to be.
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