Author Archives: Tricia

Anwar calls for Emergency Parliament Meeting

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Tricia

In the Press Conference this afternoon, Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim, leader of Opposition has called for the Prime Minister to convene an Emergency Parliament meeting to discuss the motion of no-confidence against his leadership. This should be done no later … Continue reading →

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The Undoing of Gerakan

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Tricia

My article in the Sun which appeared today. It’s a review of Khoo Kay Peng and Neil Khor’s book, “Non-Sectarian Politics in Malaysia: The case of Parti Gerakan Rakyat Malaysia”. The review seems rather passe during exciting times such as … Continue reading →

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True or False: Teresa Kok’s ISA Arrest

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Tricia

My latest article in The Nut Graph, which can be viewed in full by clicking here: True or false 17 Sep 08 : 9.00AM By Tricia YeohAMID the barrage of political news surrounding the average Malaysian, it is easy to … Continue reading →

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Role of the Agong

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Tricia

Bob Kee wrote an excellent article, which I hope he won’t mind me reproducing here. But you can read the original here on his blog. This is with regards to the Role of the Agong in determining the leadership of … Continue reading →

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Learning about our East Malaysian friends

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Tricia

Mark Teh and gang are doing this on a weekly basis, and this week the focus is on Sabah. We in Peninsular Malaysia need to wake up and realise the sorts of problems they face. Here is Deputy Suhakam Commissioner … Continue reading →

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Prayer Wall

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Tricia

Post a prayer up at the prayer wall… That is, if you believe in a God, or a higher being.. This is for Malaysia – the country going through upheaval. I asked my friends the other night, whether they love … Continue reading →

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Today’s Drama

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Tricia

The drama that unfolded today in Malaysia is this: (everyday there is a new episode) Prime Minister Abdullah has exchanged his portfolios with that of his Deputy Najib Razak. Abdullah now holds the Defence Ministry, whilst Najib the Finance post. … Continue reading →

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Tribute to Kickdefella

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Tricia

    And yet another of our fellow bloggers has been taken in for sedition. Apparently because of his entry calling for the flag to be flown upside down. I am worried for him. And Teresa Kok. And Raja Petra. These … Continue reading →

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I Am Grieving

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Tricia

   Forgive my momentary pessimism. Today I am grieving the nation, but yet it is in deep mourning that I know is buried the desire for light to brandish itself anew. Last night at the candlelight prayer vigil, we were … Continue reading →

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Zaid Quits Cabinet

Posted on September 15, 2008 by Tricia

Zaid Ibrahim has quit the Cabinet! He is probably one of the most principled men in Umno. Read here: DATUK Zaid Ibrahim has tendered his resignation as the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department. He has just submitted his letter … Continue reading →

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