Identity politics and corruption are twin evils that need each other to enter and entrench in the society and continue robbing it of its national future.
Even if we have to put in place a race-based policy via affirmative action to correct any imbalance, that policy must be subservient to a need-based policy.
Disruptive and polarising identity politics have no place in Islamic teachings and value-based leadership philosophies, and it is not even supported by science.
It would do more good for all politicians to take a political sabbatical to reflect on which is more important – the stability of the country or pursuing their ambition for power and posts.
A mass vaccination programme with an emphasis on vaccination coverage across all Malaysian states is not only necessary but needs to be implemented effectively and efficiently.