916

Today is 916.

I can't say I am not a little disappointed with no change in our Government.

Anwar said he has submitted the list of names of crossovers to Badawi and wanted assurances of a smooth transition without Emergency Rule being invoked possibly resulting in chaos and public disorders. If true, it sounds pretty noble.

This group that gathered in the Kelana Jaya stadium last night to listen to the likes of Anwar, Khalid, Kit Siang, Guan Eng etc was estimated by various people by different numbers. From as little as 7000 to 20000 strong. I wonder how do they count the number of people in a large crowd.

Last night, Anwar said “We, the leaders of Pakatan, jointly wrote a letter to Prime Minister Abdullah Badawi - it was handed by our representatives today - seeking an immediate meeting to discuss the following: firstly, the immediate release of all political detainees including Raja Petra, Teresa Kok, Manoharan and the rest; and secondly, to discuss the smooth, peaceful transition of Power.

“We have the numbers, and tonight on the eve of 916 - and tomorrow is the D-Day - we are ready to form…(The crowd’s roars drown Anwar’s words.)

Looking at the pictures, it is indeed heartening to see the support from people of all races standing next to each other. Makes me feel good inside in spite the no Government change today.