"We must maintain what we already have...a united, harmonious, stable, prosperous, progressive and respectable society where we have the freedom to aspire for what we believe is good." Taib said.


Excerpts of the article taken from Taib: Mixing Politics with Religion is Very Dangerous.


Truer words have never been said. Our CM, who was a student of St Joseph's School, a mission school in Kuching, have always ensured unity among believers of all religions and races in Sarawak. Shall we try to look over whatever you may think could be a personal issue that's a sore for your own eyes, not pass judgements and appreciate the united and respectable state of our Sarawak?


The Vocalist


Unity, to be real, must stand the severest strain without breaking. ~Mahatma Gandhi

Don't be easily influenced, people of Sarawak!

Sarawakians should not be easily influenced by the people of Peninsular Malaysia (or even Sabah) in their views of the government. They have never experienced the peace and harmony which we have here all these while. Even with the many races, tribes and religions, the citizens of Sarawak have always had the freedom to practice their own beliefs and customs and even celebrate together during festive seasons.

If you agree with me and look across all these issues raised by the Peninsular oppositions (which should not be any setback for our harmony in our beloved State), you will be able to see that we ourselves already have the solutions in hand to our own problems. We have always been capable of overcoming our own difficulties. We do not need these people to enhance, enlarge, amplify, exaggerate, elaborate and magnify what appears to be otherwise negotiable situations.

So outsiders, you will always remain outsiders, no matter how you try to get into the heads of the Sarawakians. Kindly move out gracefully, on your own, without causing much embarrassments to yourselves like what has already happened in your own place.

Our beautiful Sarawak shall, on the other hand, remain as beautiful, peaceful and harmonious Sarawak, independent, yet a part of Malaysia but always guarded by the filthiness of unconscientious and selfish self-empathizing people.

Reject the rejected

The Vocalist

In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of misplaced power exists and will persist. ~Dwight D Eisenhower

Dominique's determination: an advantage for Kiang Chiok

Independent candidate Dominique Ng is determined to defend his seat at Padungan. Wan Azizah and Kit Siang are right in saying that Dominique's stubbornness could give SUPP's Kiang Chiok a head start. It has already. First or all, there's confusion now that the opposition supporters are split between the two - Wong and Ng. Secondly, after SUPP, DAP has always been the next favourite in the constituency. However, Dominique, then standing for PKR, was the one who won the seat over from SUPP in the previous election. Dominique is still firm on his stand, saying how much he had spent on posters and will do more to defend his seat. We'll see if he'll continue to speak for the people of Padungan or resign from politics altogether.



The Vocalist

Again, the age factor

There is a lot of truth in the phrase 'young and gullible'. While youths are encouraged and needed to be a major part of the society because of their energy, being loud doesn't really mean they could play a good song. Representing the people and making a point in the cabinet is not just about being aggressive and forceful, as what most young people are. It's far from that really. Representing the people takes wisdom, discernment, firmness, competency and skills in dealing with people of all ages and status.

It is indeed important to have a certain degree of experience and knowledge which only age can give. Sim Kiang Chiok, the 48-year-old  who will be contesting in Padungan for SUPP for example, is a man of hands-on experience in dealing with people. He has been visiting the residents in Padungan area, listening to them and meticulously taking note of the people's needs. Also, he already has some development plans up his sleeves for the people in Padungan. This shows his interest in the people's concerns and his eagerness to provide solutions to their problems.. As a secretary general of the Sarawak Housing and Real Estate Developers Association, Sim is well-versed about what is needed by the people.

He has never contested before and therefore having him to speak for the people could be a breath of fresh air for the constituency of Padungan to really take into account of. Sim is actually representing the best of both worlds: experienced and wise while being young and enthusiastic at the same time.

What we're looking for is a voice of quality that echoes the people's concerns loud and clear and ensures fulfillment of their needs. Let's give ourselves the opportunity to witness Sim's credentials worked out in the next five years.

The Vocalist

“A human being feels able and competent only so long as he is permitted to contribute as much as, or more, than he has contributed to him.” ~ Elbert Hubbard

Time to thank God for the blessings in disguise

The season of Lent calls for the faith of Christian believers amidst trials and tribulations. A test of strength and perseverance, an opportunity to practice the Christian values one inherits from becoming a servant of Christ.

We always believe that everything happens for a reason, every cloud has a silver lining, something good comes out of something bad, there's always two sides to a coin, etc, etc, etc…

This is evident in what happened with the issue of the 30,000 bibles. Everyone who follows the progress of the matter knows exactly what has happened and all the comments and view points from various groups of people. But one thing's for sure, this whole drama has resulted to this 10-point solution which I feel should indeed be 'lauded' as it has been by the Association of Churches.

As Christians, we are always promoting peace, harmony and forgiveness among all other virtues. And this has always been a practice of Sarawakians across races, tribes and religions. Why should this issue of the bible and/or religious books be a stumbling block to the practice of our faith?

At every point of trial, we can always ask ourselves, What Would Jesus Do? Christ never fought back physically or verbally when persecuted. He conquered sin and death even with His firm silence. And this issue we had could very well had been seen as a mere misunderstanding. So what was it again that we had to make all those noise about?

I'm not saying that we should not put up a fight for our rights. What I'm saying is that we have always had the privilege of prayer and fervent faith. Are we going to make use of these? Or are we going to give in to the devil who rejoices in anger, frustrations, division and war?

The Vocalist

As your faith is strengthened you will find that there is no longer the need to have a sense of control, that things will flow as they will, and that you will flow with them, to your great delight and benefit.  ~Emmanuel

You voice it, they echo it

Come 16th April, each citizen of Sarawak plays a very important role in placing their votes on their choice candidate. It has been announced that 18 out of 71 BN candidates are new voices.


Here's the time to melaungkan whatever issues you have. Whatever it is you need to address to the government. Here's the time to choose wisely the right voices to echo your concerns. It all still comes down to the candidate. Take the time to get to know each new candidate. Take the time to appreciate what the old ones have contributed to society.


If you find issues of trust for the current government, probably the new ones can raise your concerns, fight for the rights of the people and make sure what was promised will be delivered as well.


The age factor was pointed out in the http://www.theborneopost.com/?p=114184 article. This is definitely something important to consider. Candidates need to be of certain age to reach a certain level of maturity to represent the people. Young ones, though aggressive and charismatic, may not have the experience to understand the needs of the people at all angles.


A good measure, a good balance of both ends is needed. What say you?


The Vocalist


Government is a trust, and the officers of the government are trustees. And both the trust and the trustees are created for the benefit of the people.
Henry Clay

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New faces for the upcoming election in Sarawak

He [Mayor Chan] added politics was a different ball game from managing and heading a city council.

“I don’t know politics. It is a different game and I don’t know how to play with it.”


Excerpt from the article Mayor not distracted by speculations


Most likely, there will be some new faces running for the upcoming election. Will there be issues on confidence? If so, I don't think it will hurt to take the time to learn more about these aspiring new voices following the polling on the 6th.


In a role-playing game, various skills can be acquired over time as players learn to adapt to different situations. In real life, could it be the same as well? Politics - is it a matter of skill? Can it be acquired? 


What are your concerns? You tell me...


The Vocalist

A new leader has to be able to change an organization that is dreamless, soulless and visionless ... someone's got to make a wake up call. ~Warren Bennis

A peaceful state

"He stressed that the people should be grateful that the country, especially Sarawak, was very peaceful, harmonious, stable and well developed.

To ensure that this feel good environment continues to prevail in the future, voters in Sarawak must elect a government that could represent all communities in the state."

Excerpt from the article Only BN can bring devt — DPM.

Sarawak has always been a peaceful and harmonious state. There may have been corruption speculations. There may have questions on certain leadership. There may also have been some minor religious issues here and there. But one who has stayed in Sarawak must admit one thing: there is also stability which results in the peace and harmony that is evident among the beautiful people of Sarawak.

There is no need for caution at the first step out your door every day as to whether or not there'd be riot or strike for justice. Racial discrimination is almost non-existent. A Malay can sit in a food court with a Chinese for a cuppa. A citizen of any race, tribe or religion can call the next person of a different culture his 'brother' or 'sister'. 

The 1Malaysia concept has been in Sarawak for ages. Sarawak has always been 1. They speak the same language: Bahasa Sarawak. They practice the same faith: in one another for support. They walk the same path: towards continuous peace in the land of their ancestors. And all this, comes down to just one thing: stable governance.

It's a safe and comfortable place to be with a good control of involvement of any external parties. Being gratitude for what their present state, would add joy to the peace and love they already have in their possession.

Don't you think?


The Vocalist

He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has.  ~Epictetus