[PICS/VIDS] What Happened At Pesta Suara Rakyat 505 On 25 May
The Suara Rakyat 505 event held at the field next to Amcorp Mall on 25 May 2013 is not about toppling the government, but about taking back democracy, says Solidariti Anak Muda Malaysia (SAMM) chairman Badrul Hisham Shahrin (also known as 'Chegubard'). What is Suara Rakyat 505? Do you think their three demands will be met by organising more events like this?
By Judith Yeoh — 25 May 2013, 02:38 PM — Updated about 11 years ago
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Rally highlights: Indelible ink reports, 50,000 volunteers, and 'Pecat SPR'
The coalition also wants voters to lodge reports against the EC forusing indelible ink that can be washed off immediately after the May 5 general elections, despite claims that it was introduced to prevent possible double voting.
When Anwar called for a show of hands, to see who would follow his footsteps in lodging the report, almost the entire field was filled with hands raised in agreement, stating they would do as he asked.
malaysiandigest.com“Our lawyers have advised us that if this is truly the people’s uprising, there must be tens of thousands, or hundreds of thousands reports lodged to the police complaining about the (alleged) electoral fraud, in particular the (in)delible ink.
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Bersih co-chair Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan and PKR strategy chief Rafizl Ramli led the calls for the entire EC to step down after complaints about the indelible ink, introduced in Election 2013 to prevent double voting, could be easily washed off.
yahoo.comPakatan Rakyat (PR) wants to sign up some 500,000 volunteers to protest at the Election Commission (EC) offices until the members resign in favour of replacements who report directly to parliament.
The rally also witnessed the launch of the ‘Suara Rakyat 505’ Facebook page, set up by SAMM, which aims to get at least 500,000 volunteers to support its cause.
malaysiandigest.com“The moment we have 500,000 volunteers we will tell you of our next step. Whatever it is, we call for the abolishment of EC and for the EC leadership to step down!” Che’Gu Bard said.
malaysiandigest.com50 - 60 NGOs reported to have attended the Suara Rakyat rally
Suara Rakyat 505 rally at Padang Timur here attracted thousands of people. Members of about 50 non-governmental organisations and civil bodies, called the People's Voice 505, participated in the gathering.
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This is the first time when over 60 non-governmental organizations, including Bersih, came together with top opposition figures to stage a defiant rally without a police permit.
malaysiandigest.comThose who spoke include PKR communications director Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad, Solidariti Anak Muda Malaysia leader Safwan Anang, Malaysian Youth and Students Democratic Movement national secretary Lim Chiat Hong, Selangor PAS deputy commissioner Khalid Samad and student activist K.S. Bawani.
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Solidariti Anak Muda Malaysia chairman Badrul Hisham Shahrin reiterated their three demands which included the resignation of Election Commission chairman Tan Sri Abdul Aziz Mohd Yusof and his entire committee, and the appointment of a new committee.
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Celebrities such as singer-cum-actress Abby Abadi, comedian Leman Raja Lawak and Blues singer Ito were also present, entertaining the crowd with their anecdotes, jokes and music.
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30,000 to 50,000 in black reported to have attended the rally
Despite police remarks that the gathering known as “Himpunan SuaraRakyat505” was illegal, the crowd turned up clad in black to symbolise their protest.
yahoo.comMore than 30,000 people attended the 505 Blackout Rally organized by Solidariti Anak Muda Malaysia (SAMM) at Padang Timur here yesterday night, in protest of the alleged electoral fraud during the GE13.
malaysiandigest.comPICTURES: Suara Rakyat 505 at Amcorp Mall, PJ
"May 25 rally - 3.15pm - It's still pretty quiet over at Padang Timur, opposite Amcorp Mall. There are a handful of enthusiastic supporters visible and the stage is still being set up. Zero police presence thus far." Malaysiakini Facebook
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"If you guys are going to the 505blackout event at Amcorp mall, please come early to avoid the traffic..." from Politicalgags.
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Suara Rakyat 505 is "not to topple the government but to take back democracy"
We will present clear evidence of electoral fraud and reclaim the democratic right which was stolen from the people" he said, adding that the gathering the start of similar nationwide gatherings.
thestar.com.mySuara Rakyat 505 Rally is not about toppling the government, but about taking back democracy, claimed Solidariti Anak Muda Malaysia (SAMM) chairman Badrul Hisham Shahrin, more well known as Chegubard.
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"We the people demand for this incompetent Election Commission to be disbanded and call for the set up of a truly independent commission to be appointed by the people and not by umno/barisan nasional. This is your duty and an opportunity to show that we want true and independent Election Commission. Please be there for the sake of the future of our Nation, for the future of our children and their children."
Image via akamaihd.net"Ya, ia akan berjalan (seperti dirancang)," kata jurucakap Suara Rakyat 505 Badrul Hisham Shaharin, mengulas kenyataan Menteri Dalam Negeri, Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yang dipetik sebagai berkata tindakan tegas akan diambil terhadap pihak penganjur atau hadirin yang menyertai
mstar.com.myBadrul said that some 48 non-governmental organisations and civil society bodies called People's Voice 505 (Suara Rakyat 505) have indicated their willingness to participate in the gathering.
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Organisers use Zahid Hamidi and EC Chairman to promote event
Print-able "Topeng Zahid Komedi" from Asalkan Bukan UMNO (ABU) Facebook fanpage
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EC chairman Tan Sri Abdul Aziz Mohd Yusof appears on an image to promote the Suara Rakyat 505 event on the ABU Facebook fanpage.
Image via akamaihd.netWhat is Suara Rakyat 505 and what do they want?
Suara Rakyat 505 is a coalition of 48 non-governmental organisations and other groups who have an axe to grind over the results of the May 5 general election.
thestar.com.myDemand #1: Resignation of Election Commission chairman Tan Sri Abdul Aziz Mohd Yusof and his entire committee and appointment of a new committee answerable to Parliament.
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Demand #2: For by-elections to be held for seats where fraud is evident.
thestar.com.myDemand #3: The support of all parties including government agencies for the Peoples’ Tribunal mooted by Bersih.
thestar.com.myThe origins of the Black505 movement across Malaysia. Will this bring back democracy?
CLICK FOR FULL STORY: ABU or Asal Bukan UMNO has vowed to topple the ruling government and take over Putrajaya before the year is up. The pro-Pakatan Rakyat group is planning a massive street rally to overthrow the government through force but police say that their call is seditious.
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CLICK FOR FULL STORY: 'The biggest rally in recent times'. That's what MalaysiaKini says about the 120,000 strong crowd of Malaysians dressed in black, at the Pidato Anwar Ibrahim: Suara Rakyat, Suara Keramat gathering despite earlier rumours and concern about the gathering being illegal. What's next?
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