PAS clamour on gambling punctured by Tabung Haji silence
PAS's anti-gambling rhetoric is undermined by its silence on the Tabung Haji scandal and past inaction while in government.Summary
The article critiques the Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS) for its contradictory stance on gambling. While PAS now calls for a gambling ban, it failed to act when part of the federal government under Muhyiddin Yassin, which permitted 22 special 4D draws in 2021. In contrast, Anwar Ibrahim's administration reduced special draws to eight annually. The author argues PAS's focus on gambling is misplaced, as gaming companies support vernacular schools. More critically, PAS remained silent on the Tabung Haji scandal, with its MPs walking out during a Dewan Rakyat session. The article contrasts this with Syed Saddiq's active participation in debates, urging voters to prioritize leaders who 'walk the talk' on Muslim interests.
(Source：Free Malaysia Today)