Anwar is acquitted

Jason Bourne SG

http://straitstimes.asia1.com.sg/latest/story/0,4390,270532,00.html?

What does this say about the political scene during Mahathir's era? Hmm...

sbst275 SG

He was a victim in M’s era

Atobe SG

It shows that the Malaysian Court is not subjected to any guiding hands of the Political Rulers.

There is a clear distinction of the Rule of Law, where the Government is itself subjected to the rulings of an INDEPENDENT Judiciary - free from political guidance of the Political Party that form the Government.

Can Singapore achieve the same level of independent Judiciary Standard, where politics do not affect the independence of the Judiciary System ?

sbst275 SG

Can but as long as a old guy is around, no way...

This is very clear to everyone

Qitai SG

Coast clear. Abdullah position secure. Can release Anwar liao. That is what it means.

boy in blues SG

did Dr M migrate out olaydi?

Qitai SG

Question

paperduck SG

X2 Mr. Green

[email protected] SG

finally.

sbst275 SG

Anwar will be leaving for Germany for medical treatment

greengoblin SG

I never believed in the sodomy charges anyway...

Well hope he will find something meaningful to do... he is still young

robertteh SG

The American democracy has been the true democracy. No matter how we look at it, it is the greatest democracy.

In such a democracy, people can express their true views and opinions without being taken to tasks or being in fear of consequences. Why, because the basic and fundamental rights or citizens including freedom of speech and association are enshrined in the constitution.

All Asian models do not enshrine such freedoms in the constitution. The normally copy the election and other aspects of democracy without going to the root of democracy - enshrine citizens' basic rights in the highest document of governance in the land. As such various Asian professed democratic governments can use defamation, taxation and company laws and regulations as cover or excuses to deal with difficult citizens.

When government has recource to such laws and use them as ultimate means to deal with oppositions or dissents, a great deal of problems will accrue to the society. No doubt the government can technically or legally put up a case to deal with citizens regarded as difficult, there will be various abuses. Governments can learn from American system of democracy and focus their laws and regulations in preventing crimes and oppressions by the powerfuls etc instead of using them as instrument to tackle dissent.

I feel that it is best to adopt American model of democracy. How about your views.

sgdiehard SG

If Anwar is acquitted now, this shows precisely that the Malaysian Court IS subjected to guiding hands of the political rulers, Under Dr. M, Anwar is guilty, under Pak Lah, he is not. If the Judiciary is indeed INDEPENDENT, why the change now?

12bmyself SG

well... i m a malaysian... and what i know is... lucky... anwar never b the prime minister... to what i know if he was post up to prime minister... the 1st plan is to ..... demolish all the chinese and idian school, and not allowed to use it. Rolling Eyes [/url]

Qitai SG

I don't admire Americas Media - too much agenda based reporting with no social responsibility

I don't admire Americas Politics - funded by interest groups helped by media properganda

I don't admire Americas democracy - low turn up rate. Many people don't vote

I don't admire Americas justice system - Frivilous lawsuit like suing Mac Donald for overeating are even allowed. Laywers, once engaged cannot be dropped even both parties want to let it rest (in some cases if a certain agreement is signed)

I don't admire Americas tax system - 26% or higher income tax with at least 10% GST and other state taxes

I don't admire Americas social safety - walking alone out on the street is generally very unsafe

I don't admire Americas foriegn affair handling - "I am big, you listen to me. If the international law fits me, everyone must respect it. If the international law do not fit me, it is outdated"

I don't admire America civil sector finance - The country is in debt. The only reason they can get away with it is because they are big and powerful

I don't admite America free medical system - It is free, but you can wait for years before it is your turn to see the doctor. In the end, everyone goes to private medical and it is so expensive that medical insurance is one of the most important item in employment contract.

The list goes on......

In general, there is nothing great about America. Not that it do not have it's merit. But when someone compliments America, I just have to do the opposite and ask what is so great about America Democracy? I see so many flaws there.

LazerLordz SG

Nothing is perfect, but can you deny that their country is one of innovation and free-spirited thinking which is sorely needed in this age of fast-moving talent and capital flow.You cannot have that kind of society without a similar politicla climate.Name me a better alternative?

paperchicken SG

Maybe its the secret term for his release. He must go into exile once he is released. Neutral

Qitai SG

Maybe fate like Wang Dan, the famous student leader of Tiananmen incident. Go abroad treat illness and then later ban from returning to home country.

Jason Bourne SG

Saw the interview on CNN. The poor guy seem to be physically abused while in jail. Is there any human rights in ML during Mahathir's rule ? Shocked

paperduck SG

dont tok abt human right in jail leh...

dr.M can say anwar is abuse by other prisoner mah.