Stop politicising everything

THE National Day celebrations will be soon and unfortunately the theme has been politicised by many merely to gain some cheap political mileage in the eyes of the rakyat.

Never in our history since independence has the theme been argued upon or hurtled into the limelight for negative perception by any party.

It is indeed a shameful act and unacceptable behaviour projected by the opposition states demanding a separate theme in the name of democracy.

It clearly indicates how immature they have become over the years since coming to power, where every inch of progress is looked upon negatively; and politicised to the highest possible degree.

Let’s not mock ourselves in the eyes of the international platform.

Let us not forget that it is not the theme that makes a nation stand tall. It is the spirit and togetherness that binds and provides the adhering force amongst the people of Malaysia.

Themes can and will change to suit current situations but the morale, strength, spirit and oneness should never waver under any circumstances or pressure.

It does not matter on which side of the political divide one may stand; but we are still the people of Malaysia.

The opposition must wake up from their slumber and not ridicule all issues just for the sake of doing so.

This is not what the rakyat expects from you. We want to see you in action and walking the talk.

Produce results first then you may champion your thoughts. Do not speak too soon as we, the rakyat are no fools.

All that you say does not make you right all the time.

Indeed it has become a norm these days that whenever there is a difference of opinion in the opposition camp, they conveniently label it as “democracy”.

In my opinion you are merely trying to veil your problems and take the rakyat for a ride.

The opposition has many a time hammered themselves without realising the obvious.

First it was the national flag issue. Then the unwarranted comment about our national badminton players. And today, the theme of National Day.

And above all, the disrespect towards some of our royal families. It is time the war lords in the opposition camps take the bull by its horns and reprimand their soldiers. Why the silence when one of their own fumbles?

And where do they stand on the hudud issue? Why no common stand?

We do not ask much, but if they can’t rhyme on one single issue, how to run a nation?

It can be mind boggling. As the saying goes, the tongue has no bone and its free to say what comes. Nevertheless, what confidence has the opposition embedded in the hearts of the rakyat that they deserve a vote?

As voters, we need to know, why change just for the sake of change? In comparison, managing one company is not the same as running a gigantic conglomerate.

The opposition may shout aloud for reformation, but where are your talents? Who will helm and captain the battalions not mentioning the individual warships?

We only see the vortex of the same people.

If within there are obvious cracks, we as a nation do not want to witness a fallen nation in the hands of inexperienced youngsters that may become power crazy.

The list can go on, but enough for the rakyat to sit back and ponder the moment before deciding how to vote. Vote wisely and not emotionally.

The most critical question is: Can a change in government better things or their immaturity, lack of experience and talent cause chaos to our nation?

If after nearly five years the opposition still can’t reconcile on many bickering issues, are they capable of administrating Malaysia?

One must not make the nation a playground for a test match. Do not gamble with the future of Malaysia.

Democracy comes with a heavy responsibility. Mere rhetoric will no longer be accepted. And transparency with hazy projections are similar to having your eyes open but blindfolded at the same time. NARINDER PAL SINGH Shah Alam