Bersih 2.0 – One Paper Dares To Tell The Truth

Posted by hartalmsm on July 13, 2011 · 2 Comments 

by Eyes Wide Open The Edge Daily published a surprising eyewitness report by its staff writer, Max Koh, who was covering the Bersih 2.0 march. In a blow-by-blow commentary, Max’s article traces his experiences during the historic 709 march. Not a single one of the other MSMs, print, electronic or broadcast, dared to deviate from … Continue reading →

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709 – Media Screwed Up, As Usual

Posted by hartalmsm on July 11, 2011 · 1 Comment 

by Eyes Wide Open Bersih 2.0 was undoubtedly one of those iconic events, destined to be forever etched into Malaysia’s collective memory. Although it failed to achieve its objective of having a peaceful march, the major fault lies with the politicians and the authorities who issued orders for a harsh clampdown on legitimate dissent. KL … Continue reading →

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Star-tling Stupidity

Posted by hartalmsm on June 21, 2011 · 2 Comments 

by Eyes Wide Open What a fiasco! More than that, it just demonstrates how removed from reality the movers and shakers in Malaysia are. The Star Online created a poll to ask if the Bersih rally should be allowed. Specifically the question asked was: “What is your view of the proposed Bersih 2.0 rally on … Continue reading →

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