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Multiracial or ‘multi-racist’?
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Malaysia’s obsession with race and religion: a never-ending tragedy
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More than six decades after independence, Malaysia remains ensnared in a toxic web of race and religion. This isn’t progress; it’s stagnation. No statesman has emerged to lead the nation beyond these divisive shackles. Instead, we’re stuck with a carousel of politicians recycling the same tired rhetoric, pandering to fears and prejudices to maintain their grip on power. It’s exhausting, infuriating, and ultimately pathetic.

Race, race, race—the drumbeat of the national narrative. As a brown-skinned Malaysian with both Hindu and Muslim ancestry, I’ve lived the divisiveness this obsession breeds. I’ve seen how it poisons relationships, stifles opportunities, and derails progress. Yet it remains the dominant force in politics and society. Why? Because it’s easier to keep people divided than to lead them towards unity and shared humanity.

Growing up in a mixed family taught me one undeniable truth: none of us chose our skin colour, ethnicity or the religion we were born into. Yet these arbitrary traits dictate our lives. Society refuses to move beyond this fixation, and our so-called leaders thrive on it.

If leadership were music, Malaysia’s record player would be stuck on the same worn-out tune—division, fear and empty promises.

The Madani government is no exception. It claims to bring change but operates with cowardice, seemingly more interested in internal politicking than addressing the rakyat’s frustrations. People are fed up and they openly say: “At least previous governments were openly corrupt—we knew what we were dealing with. This one operates in the shadows, doing things we can’t even fathom.”

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RE: Multiracial or ‘multi-racist’? - by superadmin - 12-26-2024, 09:19 AM

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