It’s probably been broadcast to death the recent political turmoil that has happened in Perak. Some even rumoured that it’s going to spread to Kedah and Selangor. But before we get too ahead of the headlines, I think it’s a good idea to step back and re-evaluate the reality that is right before us.

What has the recent turmoil achieved? To majority of the people, I think the frogs (amphibian politicians without a strong allegiance to any principles) has just shown us how much politicians are out of touch with the real world issues. What Malaysian politicians are most concerned with is self-interest and the image they portray to the public, regardless of substance. Thanks to the internet, we are now able to look through these opera shows and judge for ourselves.

In the current onslaught of financial crisis, it’s sad that these politicians are placing their priority in power struggle and wrestling the mandate given by the people from one party to another. Sorry for sounding insensitive, but regardless of which ruling party is governing the state, the party that will obtain support from the People will be the party that focuses on bringing positive developments. The recent show that the PKR and BN put up in Perak just goes to show they are incapable of putting the People’s interest ahead of their own agendas. I don’t care if it’s a Camry or a RM10 million frog-money, but it’s very clear that at a time of crisis, the People have a better chance striking 4D than counting on their government for assistance. Imagine how much the small and medium enterprises would have benefited if the government is to inject a RM10 million grant? No, unfortunately, political will has a higher value than the nation’s well-being.

As of today, there are no clear directives from our leaders on how the average people can minimize the threat of an oncoming financial meltdown, which is already spreading like wildfire. Just look at the number of factories and plants shutting down nationwide- BASF, Intel, Panasonic. A reported 250,000 people will become unemployed. (Source). Since official statistics are often rigged, I am not surprised that the figure would be somewhere along 750,000 to a million. Even when we have the numbers, the authorities can still downplay the severity of the issue by telling the public that the rising crime rate is nothing but a perception. How convenient!

Nevertheless, the media continues hyping up the local political drama (can’t blame them, since it’s in their business interest to do so), while failing to inform the public about the actual financial meltdown that is going to engulf the entire nation. Again, this is what happens when our leaders strayed from their responsibilities. Living in a state of denial has but one consequence- a rude awakening!

It’s disheartening to say the least, but all I can conclude is that the People is left to fend for themselves when the reality of the economic crisis strikes. Tough times is ahead of us all, but I know of many Malaysians who are already up in arms against the impending crisis. Remember, crisis and opportunities comes in a bundle!

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