Najib Tun Razak hopes that the release of Seputeh member of parliament Teresa Kok from the Internal Security Act (ISA) today will help subdue the furore over detentions under the Act.The deputy prime minister said he welcomed Kok's release if the police felt that it was the appropriate thing to do."It's the police's decision and I welcome it if it's apt. At the same time, it shows that the government places importance on peace and security in the country," .. More
Govt credibility affected by ISA abuse
"This flip-flopping doesn't inspire confidence," former MCA vice-president Datuk Seri Dr Chua Soi Lek
..."There should be a full public inquiry as to how the ISA was invoked and disciplinary action, including sacking of officers should be done if they are found to have been irresponsible. You don't use the ISA to go on a fishing expedition, just as you don't use it to provide police protection," said Lim Kit Siang .. More
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