Haha

Independence is not about the freedom to do anything we want without fear of any consequences. It’s immature to think that. If that’s the case, why do we need laws? I don’t think our ancestors fought for independence so that we can run around naked at Padang Kelab Selangor screaming ‘Merdeka! Merdeka! Merdeka!’.

Independence is about not relying on other people. Or in Malaysia’s case, not relying on the British government. The freedom it offers is the freedom to chart our own future. The freedom to have our own unique image. The freedom to be better in ways that is right for us. The freedom to grow. The freedom to dream.

The challenge, we have to be mature enough to handle ourselves. To be discipline. To not make childish decision. To be brave enough to stand up for ourselves and not be intimidated even against powerful countries.

Selamat Hari Merdeka 31 Ogos

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