Khairy's confession: A chance for bipartisan co-op in fighting crime

Facebook is running abuzz with Khairy Jamaluddin's acknowledgement that crime situation in Malaysia is not a perception but a reality. 

His confession came after his mother's house was burglarized last weekend. 

He said, ""The burglary is a reminder to all of us that crime is a serious problem in Malaysia and I hope that everyone, including victims, remain steadfast." 

 In a quick response, his fellow MP on the Opposition bench was quick to send his sympathy. 

Tony Pua took the opportunity to call on the police and government to face up to the reality of severe crime in Malaysia and start reforms. 

The Petaling Jaya Utara MP said: "Only and unless the Government and the police are willing to accept that fact, there will be no sense of urgency among the authorities to make things better." 

However, Pua should offer more than just his sympathy and criticism of the Federal government and the police force. Yes, it would have been easier if the Federal government accepts the crime indexes and the growing fear and anxiety among urbanites of falling victims to crime. 

What we need is a bipartisan cooperation to combat crime. State governments (including those being run by PR) and the Federal government must work hand-in-hand with the police force to fight criminals. 

There are more to be done by all parties to help keep the streets, residential estates, towns, car parks, schools, public areas and malls for all. 

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