A Society Without Maturity

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For a mature person, particularly a Member of Parliament (MP), the primary responsibility is to represent the interests and concerns of all communities within their constituency, regardless of religious or cultural background. In this case, the MP is fulfilling her duty by asking the government to review a proposal that may impact various communities, a reasonable request in the pursuit of fairness and inclusivity. Her statement makes it clear that the review does not challenge the validity of halal certification, question Jakim’s role, or show any disrespect toward Islam. Instead, it is about ensuring that policies are inclusive and well-considered. However, an immature person may lack the ability to critically engage with such a statement. Instead of understanding the context and intent, they might feel offended, interpreting the remark as a personal or religious attack. Immaturity often manifests in emotional responses that overlook the substance of the message, causing individuals to react defensively rather than considering the broader implications or reasoning behind the statement. Thus, while the mature perspective seeks to ensure the well-being of all communities, the immature perspective may misconstrue the message as a provocation.

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Sslee

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Posted by Sslee > 2 months ago | Report Abuse

There are many political kids in Malaysia and also kids commentators in i3forum.

EngineeringProfit

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When society does not prioritize education, critical thinking, merit, and accountability, it begets leaders who reflect these shortcomings, perpetuating a cycle of immature governance. Societies that are highly polarized along ethnic, religious, or ideological lines often see the rise of leaders who exploit these divisions for political gain. Such leaders focus on consolidating power by appealing to narrow, sectarian interests rather than working toward the common good. This results in a fragmented society and weak governance. In a society that prioritizes immediate gratification over long-term planning, citizens may support leaders who promise quick fixes, even if these promises are unrealistic. Leaders who thrive in such environments focus on short-term gains, using rhetoric to exploit emotions instead of addressing the root causes of societal challenges.

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And immature societies often rely on patronage systems where loyalty to a specific group, tribe, or family supersedes qualifications. Leaders are chosen based on their ability to reward supporters with jobs, contracts, or resources rather than their capacity to govern effectively. This leads to a cycle of corruption, cronyism, and incompetence. In societies where critical thinking is underdeveloped, citizens may base their political decisions on superficial factors such as charisma, ethnicity, or religion rather than evaluating leaders on competence, policy, or integrity. This encourages the rise of leaders who focus on populism or emotional appeals rather than substantive governance. In immature societies, there may be little demand for transparency or accountability from leaders. Voters may tolerate or ignore mismanagement, corruption, or abuse of power because they lack political awareness or fear repercussions. This enables leaders to act irresponsibly, knowing they will not face significant consequences. In societies where patriarchal, hierarchical, or authoritarian norms dominate, leaders may emerge who perpetuate these same oppressive structures. Such leaders are not challenged to innovate or improve the system because the society itself does not demand equity or progress.

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