I am still estatic that Po Kuan is recontesting. Well, I did see what MSM been quibbling about as they can't retract Najib's validation and endorsement of Po Kuan's good track record and ability but the fact of the matter is, Po Kuan is putting the nation first. Hence what is the point of highlighting Perak DAP in-fights (don't even know if this is true in the first place)? I am quite sure any other BN affiliated parties have their fair share of in-fights (and Najib has to warn his own party members not to sabotage). I recall not too long ago, a certain Datin Paduka got 6 months suspension because of a certain fraca in MCA meeting. But do MSM go round highlighting it now? Obviously not right. Anyway, now that she is no longer competing in the upcoming election, let us let sleeping dogs lie.
It is only when party in-fights begin to affect the ability of a MP to serve the rakyat, then I will sit up and care. And sometimes I can't help it, is BN focusing on the candidate or the party?
Yeah, I think you can stare Carol down with that look...:PSource: http://politics101malaysia.blogsome.com/2007/05/29/a-sassy-interview-with-teresa-kok/
Anyway, amongst the many notable DAP MPs, other than Po Kuan, I am really happy DAP has Ms Teresa Kok, the 2-term outgoing MP of Seputeh. She has been a very hard working lady who cares for the needs of her constituency. One only need to see her website on the activities she does. I even highlighted one earlier, on the MBSJ draft local plan to impose annual permit fees on churches operating from shoplots and factories.
It is interesting to note that NST decided to post this article today entitled,"Rookie Carol out to slay Seputeh veteran Teresa".
I too, am curious as to who this Carol is since I believe Pak Lah meant well when he said he only put credible candidates to contest in this election. Nevermind that one just got disqualified on the grounds that he is a bankrupt, a long serving Sungai Siput contender unsure of his birthdate and the man himself has been awfully forgetful of late, I bet the rest on his list should be credible.
So this is what she has to say.
"I recognise that Teresa is a strong opponent and is known to the people because she has been an MP for two terms.
Teresa, someone is complaining you don't have the youth, dedication and commitment. Never mind you have dedicated your life to this selfless job by remaining single (not that being married is bad since Po Kuan is doing fine), you even went over to help out rakyat in other constituency and have proven track record of commitment, this 28 year old is saying you are old (yes we know you are still in your prime at 44 this year) and you should bow out. I wonder, why don't Pak Lah give up too since there are plenty youthful, dedicated and committed candidates out there?
She said her interest in politics was spurred by Wanita MCA chief Datuk Dr Ng Yen Yen, to whom she is the confidential secretary. "My boss (Dr Ng) approached me after I emceed a function, and said that if I was involved in politics, I would have a better network and exposure to both the public and private sector," she said.
Oh, so that is your intention is it? Why don't you join MLM? I am sure you get a lot of network from there too. Or is this your grand plan to help the constituency by using killing two birds with one stone strategy i.e. be elected to be MP first and the join MLM and get your constituency to join along with you as the top liner? Waaahhh...
"I'm not discounting the importance of understanding the area and its issues, but the most important thing for any wakil rakyat is the attitude. You'll be able to do much more with good attitude than full understanding of the area," said Chew, who is from Kuala Lumpur but lives in Petaling Jaya.
Hmmm, Carol, honestly I am not too sure about that. I thought the rakyat would want a sincere and understanding MP not an either sincere or understanding MP. Which is why in terms of attitude and understanding, Ms Teresa has both. Good example is how she handled the Kampung Hock Ann issue despite some opportunist members of a certain party trying to make a big fuss. I think they are from the same party as you.
However, a good attitude might not be enough to take down Teresa, who has enjoyed nine years of unwavering support for her promptness in handling local issues and outspokenness in parliament.
Surprisingly, even NST seemed to agree.
Chew, however, was confident that being from BN would give her an edge over the opposition candidate. "I believe when it comes to problems with government departments we would be able to address the issues more effectively because we have the linkages and network to do it."
Really, perhaps you can demonstrate this is the case by first going over and ask DBKL to fix the Jawi road signs in Taman Seputeh? Wait, how unfair of me. You have no local knowledge (HSBC must have gotten their marketing ideas wrong too since they proudly proclaim to be the world's local bank). Just good attitude right? Good thing Teresa did inform DBKL and taken the liberty of erecting 10 Muhibbah roadsigns.
Anyway, Carol, if you are reading this, I wish to give you my 2-cent advice. David wasn't naive when he battled Goliath. He went there prepared with strong convictions on his task ahead. He is going to defend his homeland, not invading some foreign land. He wasn't there for any networking and emceeing job of course. Also, do you know why David used a sling instead of a spear, shield and sword like any normal soldiers? That's because David was trained to ward off (and kill if necessary) wolves and lions with his sling to protect his sheep. A sling provide the advantage of attacking from a distance. This means he knows himself well and how to use his strengths and weaknesses to his advantage. So unless you can do what David did, please tell NST to not equate you to David. It is not fair to him, no matter how good natured you are.
It is interesting to note that NST decided to post this article today entitled,"Rookie Carol out to slay Seputeh veteran Teresa".
I too, am curious as to who this Carol is since I believe Pak Lah meant well when he said he only put credible candidates to contest in this election. Nevermind that one just got disqualified on the grounds that he is a bankrupt, a long serving Sungai Siput contender unsure of his birthdate and the man himself has been awfully forgetful of late, I bet the rest on his list should be credible.
So this is what she has to say.
"I recognise that Teresa is a strong opponent and is known to the people because she has been an MP for two terms.
Teresa, someone is complaining you don't have the youth, dedication and commitment. Never mind you have dedicated your life to this selfless job by remaining single (not that being married is bad since Po Kuan is doing fine), you even went over to help out rakyat in other constituency and have proven track record of commitment, this 28 year old is saying you are old (yes we know you are still in your prime at 44 this year) and you should bow out. I wonder, why don't Pak Lah give up too since there are plenty youthful, dedicated and committed candidates out there?
She said her interest in politics was spurred by Wanita MCA chief Datuk Dr Ng Yen Yen, to whom she is the confidential secretary. "My boss (Dr Ng) approached me after I emceed a function, and said that if I was involved in politics, I would have a better network and exposure to both the public and private sector," she said.
Oh, so that is your intention is it? Why don't you join MLM? I am sure you get a lot of network from there too. Or is this your grand plan to help the constituency by using killing two birds with one stone strategy i.e. be elected to be MP first and the join MLM and get your constituency to join along with you as the top liner? Waaahhh...
"I'm not discounting the importance of understanding the area and its issues, but the most important thing for any wakil rakyat is the attitude. You'll be able to do much more with good attitude than full understanding of the area," said Chew, who is from Kuala Lumpur but lives in Petaling Jaya.
Hmmm, Carol, honestly I am not too sure about that. I thought the rakyat would want a sincere and understanding MP not an either sincere or understanding MP. Which is why in terms of attitude and understanding, Ms Teresa has both. Good example is how she handled the Kampung Hock Ann issue despite some opportunist members of a certain party trying to make a big fuss. I think they are from the same party as you.
However, a good attitude might not be enough to take down Teresa, who has enjoyed nine years of unwavering support for her promptness in handling local issues and outspokenness in parliament.
Surprisingly, even NST seemed to agree.
Chew, however, was confident that being from BN would give her an edge over the opposition candidate. "I believe when it comes to problems with government departments we would be able to address the issues more effectively because we have the linkages and network to do it."
Really, perhaps you can demonstrate this is the case by first going over and ask DBKL to fix the Jawi road signs in Taman Seputeh? Wait, how unfair of me. You have no local knowledge (HSBC must have gotten their marketing ideas wrong too since they proudly proclaim to be the world's local bank). Just good attitude right? Good thing Teresa did inform DBKL and taken the liberty of erecting 10 Muhibbah roadsigns.
Anyway, Carol, if you are reading this, I wish to give you my 2-cent advice. David wasn't naive when he battled Goliath. He went there prepared with strong convictions on his task ahead. He is going to defend his homeland, not invading some foreign land. He wasn't there for any networking and emceeing job of course. Also, do you know why David used a sling instead of a spear, shield and sword like any normal soldiers? That's because David was trained to ward off (and kill if necessary) wolves and lions with his sling to protect his sheep. A sling provide the advantage of attacking from a distance. This means he knows himself well and how to use his strengths and weaknesses to his advantage. So unless you can do what David did, please tell NST to not equate you to David. It is not fair to him, no matter how good natured you are.
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