I’m not writing about the 2008 Malaysia Election

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I wrote about Parliament being dissolved and my excitement at the forthcoming Malaysian 12th General Election.

I will enjoy the poster war that will ensue and the excitement that builds, first on Nomination Day on February 24 (Sunday) when the candidates are named, and when it culminates on Polling Day on March 8 (Saturday). (Aside: I thought it was supposed to be a Snap Elections? Guess we were fooled again)

I will enjoy reading the promises and rumors that I am sure will abound in the follow up to the polls, as each side tries to outdo each other in their bid to be the winning candidate.

BUT I WILL NOT BE BLOGGING ABOUT IT.

From reading various blogs, I’ve realised that politics and religion make for bad blogging topics because it brings out the nasty side of everyone. More so when people share different beliefs and ideologies. Friendships have fallen out over less controversial topics and I don’t want to lose any friendships over arguing who is going to make a better government, or whether we should vote in a check and balance or whether it is going to make a difference.

I suppose those who thrive on controversial topics will enjoy the traffic it brings as supporters and detractors alike pop by to support/bash what you say on your blog.

I on the other hand, don’t thrive on this and so, if you want juicy election or candidate gossip, I’m afraid you are going to be sorely disappointed. Oh, and I’m not going to tell anyone where my political sentiments lie. Some things are left better unsaid.

All I will say is this: When you vote, Vote Wisely.

Interpret that how you will.