Manik Urai by-election:
Tuan Aziz banking on his personal touch
2009/07/14
SHUHADA ELIS catches up with the two candidates in the by-election to get their take on several issues.
Q: You have a stern look and are perceived to be arrogant. How would you describe yourself?
A: I cannot say anything if people judge me by my serious look. But those who know me would know that I am approachable and friendly although I have held a high position before (Kelantan Selatan Development Authority project monitoring division director). In fact, people can approach me anywhere and anytime, there is no protocol. I will answer phone calls even if at midnight.
Q: What do you do during your free time?
A: I meet up with my friends or go to places where I can meet people, usually Umno members.
Q: Who is your idol?
A: Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad because I grew up during his tenure as the fourth prime minister. I admire his capability and the development he brought to the country. I have been to a lot of places and the first thing people would mention when they hear about Malaysia is Dr Mahathir.
Q: Is it true that the Manik Urai folk do not read newspapers? How are you going to educate them, especially on information technology?
A: This is something that we need to address, especially to the youngsters. We need a personal touch and direct approach when dealing with them, and we cannot be too pushy.
Newspapers are hard to get here so the people watch television most of the time. And yes, the IT knowledge is still low so we hope to have cybercafes nearby.
Q: What are the main issues here?
A: There are no issues but the villagers want opportunities which can improve their lives. So with the promise of being an anak emas to the Federal Government, it is hoped that this will attract voters to support BN.
Q: What is 1Malaysia to you?
A: It is an excellent concept which will help Malaysians unite and live in harmony, besides creating a competitive community. Each Malaysian needs to play a role to develop the country but at the same time, they should not abandon their rights.
Q: How do you see your relationship with Abe Uji (Pas candidate Mohd Fauzi Abdullah) in the future?
A: I have no problems with Abe Uji, in fact we meet at coffee shops and have a good laugh sometimes. He is a soft-spoken person.
Fauzi's bid to follow in footsteps of his late mentor
MOHD FAUZI ABDULLAH, 50, (Pas) Kuala Krai Pas treasurer
Q: You are perceived to be a quiet person and do not communicate well with people. How do you describe yourself?
A: That is not true because as a politician, I cannot be quiet or things will be tough for me. People will not like me if I were unfriendly. I've been in politics for 30 years and I enjoy helping people.
Q: What do you do in your free time?
A: I usually play tennis at a club in Kuala Krai with my friends but I have been busy lately. At other times, I take my family sightseeing.
Q: Who is your idol?
A: Of course, Poksu Wel (the late Manik Urai assemblyman Ismail Yaacob). He was loved by the people and I would very much want to follow in his footsteps. We were very close as he was my mentor.
Q: Is it true that Manik Urai folks do not read newspapers? How are you going to educate them, especially on information technology?
A: Yes, many of them do not read because this is an agriculture community. But the younger generation are different. They go to school and they know about IT.
Q: What are the main issues here?
A: The villagers are only worried if the price of rubber goes down. This is what the majority do, they are rubber tappers. So the state government offers tailoring classes, especially for single mothers, to help them find additional income.
Q: What is 1Malaysia to you?
A: Each prime minister has his own concept. Pak Lah (former prime minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi) had his Islam Hadhari and now Najib (Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak) with his 1Malaysia.
Q: How do you see your relationship with Tuan Aziz Tuan Mat (BN candidate) in the future?
A: My relationship with Tuan Aziz will be the same.
taken from http://nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/articles/6ten/Article/index_html
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