"The activists' demands include an overhaul of voter registration lists, tougher measures to curb fraud and fairer opportunities for opposition politicians to campaign in government-linked media.
A general election is not due until 2013 but Najib Razak, the prime minister, has not ruled out early polls, after economic growth accelerated to a 10-year high in 2010.
Major street demonstrations are rare in this Southeast Asian country, but the rise of alternative media channels and a growing opposition voice are gradually creating a more vocal Malaysian public"
Some folks seem to think I occasionally have interesting things to say. I don't always agree.
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Malaysia too?
Malaysia cracks down on protesters - Asia-Pacific - Al Jazeera English:
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