I JUST finished reading a remarkable book, written by a former holder of one of Malaysia’s constitutional offices with responsibility in shaping the law. The book I am referring to is May Day for Justice by Tun Salleh Abas. I understand there is a more recent book published by another former holder of one of our constitutional offices, also published a year after his departure. I do not recall the public response when May Day for Justice was released, but it would have certainly been devoid of social media excitement, denials, leaks and cybertrooper mobilisations. Without having fully read Tommy Thomas’ Story, I can’t suggest any equivalences between the two books, but it would definitely be a good thing if May Day for Justice made it onto the bestseller lists too.

Source: The Star February 12, 2021 00:27 UTC