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> Power of listening
Wong Chun Wai’s (On The Beat, Sunday Star, Nov 12) plea that grievances from residents warning of environmental damage must not fall on deaf ears will be seconded by most Malaysians. – Sze Loong Steve Ngeow
GE14 is around the corner. Many would agree with Wong Chun Wai’s view to “choose leaders who listen”. Leaders should take responsibility and walk the talk. They should not point fingers at others in times of tragedy and distress. Constructive criticisms should not fall on deaf ears. Voters will inevitably look for leaders who can do what’s good for them. – CT Tan
> Sport talk
Datuk Nicol David has been at the top of women squash for nearly a decade but lately her results have not been good. She is still young and I believe she can continue to play at the highest level if she changes her style of play (her rivals know her game plan and how to counter it) or reluctantly change her long-time coach. – Johorapi
Put back Goh Lui Ying to partner with Chan Peng Soon in the mixed doubles while they can still bring honour to the country since they can’t be playing long with their respective young partners. Partners should be around the same age to form a good team. – Equal partners
Drive, discipline, self-confidence, determination, commitment, time management and emotional maturity have put Pandelela where she is now. We are proud of you. May the almighty guide you always. – PJ Gomes
> Locals versus foreigners
The authorities should check why so many Indonesians are allowed to put up stalls to sell fried bananas, fruits, food and drinks at the roadside in USJ 1 Subang Jaya while our locals have their stalls torn down or taken away. – Suspicious
> False equivalence
Comparing the misreading of a question with death due to a medical professional error is the apex of false equivalence. The inability of these “top” SPM students to comprehend a third of the question is truly disappointing. – Penang Ranger
> Missing from action
Where’s our soccer hero Thanabalan? Why is he not in the national team? – Malaysian
> Thankful soul
My heartfelt thanks to the staff of Nazamir Enterprise Shell Station Jalan Bercham Ipoh for the safekeeping of my credit card, which I accidentally dropped during the rush to fill up my fuel tank on price-up-again day.