Comments for Wan Azizah quits, Anwar to contest at http://www.malaysianbar.org.my , comment 0 to 1 out of 1 comments http://www.malaysianbar.org.my Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:45:07 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.malaysianbar.org.my/legal/general_news/wan_azizah_quits_anwar_to_contest.html#pc_7481 This latest Anwar move leaves me with the impression that someone has pressed the panic button. I may be wrong. Nevertheless, I trust that the by-election will be fought in a free and fair manner in accordance with what Pak Lah told the Umno division chief years ago that we have to "buat apa yang betul" or do what is right. How the by-election is fought may well bring about Pak Lah's finest moment, delivered to him by none other than his fellow Penangite and erstwhile party comrade. Of course, he can better this finest moment by ensuring that all the institutions of state are strengthened by, among others: * Restoring the independence of the Judiciary. * Emphasising the rule of law. * Enhancing the neutrality of the civil service; * Instilling the professionalism of our police force; and, * Re-forging the freedom of the media. Here comes an uninvited tip for Anwar. He should have waited to fight in another constituency. Dr Wan Azizah should have remained in Parliament, as she would have been more than helpful in many ways. But all is not lost. Barring unforeseen incidents, Anwar will win hands down, but this is not his term to be Prime Minister, so has it been written - although I do not claim to be a clairvoyant. Stephen Tan Ban Cheng - Stephen Tan Ban Cheng Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:58:39 +0100