Election gimmicks

"Come the general election, there is an unusual degree of tolerance and flexibility in matters of race, language and religion as politicians try to woo the people. Why can't it be like this every day?" Wrote WCW in The Star.

Yes, election is near and the UMNO politicians have become especially nice. Suddenly, people are granted leases to the land they have been cultivating on for years. Chinese and Tamil schools are given funds to renovate their premises. The existence of the Chinese schools is reassured. Chinese schools with low student populations are allowed to relocate to urban area where the demand is greater. The politicians come down from their high pedestal, dressed down and greet & exchange niceties with every voter.

Once the election is over, as happened before, they would become arrogant and self-serving. At their annual party assembly, their would become racists and extremists. Don't expect free lunches then.

So, it is left for the voters to decide. Do we want hypocritical politicians who used small baits to hookwink voters. Think and act correctly. The decision is important for the future of the country.