Friday, March 06, 2009

All Malaysians Equal?

If this is quoted correctly, this is the first time I am hearing a ruler says there is no such thing as "Ketuanan Melayu". If a ruler says so, why are some Malays still harping on it and why are these 'brain washing' camps still being held for Government Officers and University Students?

KANGAR: The Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Putra Syed Jamalullail, yesterday took to task those propounding the "ketuanan Melayu" (Malay supremacy) policy, accusing them of using "narrow-minded ways to achieve personal objectives". He said every Malaysian, irrespective of age, gender, social status or religion, enjoyed equal rights.The ruler said some Malaysians were making a big issue of the "ketuanan Melayu" issue and asking that supremacy or rights be given only to a particular race."It is very unfortunate to see these self-interested parties raising sensitive issues which could dampen the spirits and hopes of millions of people. In Malaysia, every race is tuan," he said in his speech at the launching of a seminar on the Federal Constitution here.

http://www.nst.com.my/Friday/National/2497408/Article/index_html

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