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> Clout for MACC
I hope the Government will agree to the request by MACC for more clout to tackle corruption in our country. Nobody, whatever their position or rank, should be immune from prosecution. The progress of our nation has been held back by corruption at every level. – Johorapi > Final reckoning
Accountability and integrity are the essence of a clean government. If you were/are a rogue leader, your tainted past will eventually catch up with you. Even after 20 years, new leaders will set up RCIs to investigate any past wrongdoings. What goes around comes around. – Concerned > Pros for small packs
Allowing sale of smaller packs of cigarettes can help smokers cut down by having fewer sticks a day. – Non smoker Anti-smoking activists and the Health Ministry are saying smaller and cheaper packs would only incite the young to smoke. But why aren’t they doing something to stop the sale of illegal cigarettes which are much cheaper and can easily be bought in markets everywhere? – Backfire
Allowing smaller packs could help reduce the budget of adult smokers who would smoke fewer sticks a day. Consumers would also opt for the smaller packs instead of illicit cigarettes that are of poor quality. In fact, it is easier for youngsters to get illicit cigarettes because they can buy 20 sticks for only RM3 to RM5. – Mindful > Mind your language
Why is it so hard to use correct English? “Sorry for inconvenience caused.” “Once broken, considered sold.” – Nasir > Hailing former student
Congratulations, Shalin Zulkifli. Keep it up! My former student who has brought glory to the nation. > Animal friends
Let’s follow the Pennsylvania Graterford State Prison’s tried-andtested method of animal-prisoner teaming technique, a continuous interactive programme aimed at forging compassion and love for living beings, instil self esteem among prisoners, and to get stray animals a partner who loves them. – Think Big > Hardly in the news
The Malaysian cricket team created history by becoming the first SEA Games gold medallists in the inaugural men’s 50 overs tournament. Sadly, media coverage for the cricket competition has been sorely lacking. Cricket here needs more media exposure and awareness among youngsters to flourish. – 5th Beatle > Resurface road
DBKL, please resurface Jalan Desa, off Taman Desa, Jalan Klang Lama. – Siva