ISHAM Jalil was, once upon a time, regarded as mentri besar material in Selangor.

The Penang Chinese Chamber of Commerce took out full-page advertorials in Chinese newspapers demanding answers from the Chief Minister over the controversial sale of state government land.

THERE was a flicker of excitement when the Prime Minister’s car was seen going through the Palace gates on Friday (Sept 29) morning, that the Cabinet reshuffle was finally happening.

IT was the most stormy day in Parliament since Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim became Prime Minister. No one, whether from the opposition or government benches, or even the Speaker who is known for his tough-talking style, can be remotely proud of the commotion in Parliament earlier this week.

Despite numerous setbacks and disappointments, the opinion out there is that the Chinese will defend the unity government “until the heavens collapse”.

DATUK Seri Mohamad Sabu looked more relieved than those milling around him on election night in Pulai.

Supporters of Ahmad Zahid were relieved and grateful for the outcome of his corruption charges, but there were also others out there who were in disbelief and disappointed.

HIS opponent had mocked him as a “budak” or small boy during the Penang election campaign, suggesting that he was tied to the apron strings of his charismatic father.

The Malay voter base is in a state of change, in search of a new protector and defender against perceived challenges to their rights and beliefs.

DR AKMAL Salleh is going through his most challenging moment since becoming Umno Youth leader.

THE mood at the Umno headquarters on election night went down as soon as the results from the army votes trickled in.

THE Malay wave is still strong but it failed to turn into a Malay tsunami.