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Vanguard or victim? Rafizi closing the door on himself
From Jeffri Saling
I read Terence Netto's defence of outgoing economy minister Rafizi Ramli with some amusement.
He has gone to lengths to portray Rafizi as a gallant hero who stepped down in a valiant effort to stem the tide against those who would compromise the principles of 'reformasi'.
While I would never challenge Rafizi's great contributions to the party and the country, I am also equally sure that they are being exaggerated.
How visible was he as economy minister these past two and a half years? What did he really do?
Is he really that approachable, because the feedback, even from his supporters, is often that he is aloof.
How come his 'reformasi' principles weren't offended until he himself tasted defeat in the party polls? This isn't even the first time he reacted in a churlish manner, taking a step back when his contributions are needed.
I wonder how staff members feel about his move, given that he has left them jobless.
Given that he is an acclaimed vanguard of the reform movement, is it not immature and irresponsible of him to walk away when he is most needed?
Let's not forget that the party leaders attempted to work with him after the polls.
Now he is standing in the corner playing the victim. Does this really help the cause he professes to be fighting for?
I fear that Rafizi is closing the door on himself.
Jeffri Saling is an FMT reader.
The views expressed are those of the writer and do not necessarily reflect those of FMT.
