INSPIRING STORIES

I was not there, I cannot trust mainstream media, what should I do? We all knows that its a mind blowing event or should I say phenomena? How to feel it? Pictures speak the truth, video shows the motion pictures. But stories goes straight to the brain as we read with the brain, I can feel I was there, feel the environment, feel the spirit... I got goose bump when read all of the inspiring stories. Non-political commenters delivered the most fair statement. 

For those who miss the action, for those who care, let's read...

Someone Did Win on July 9th - Charis Ding

I went to the rally as a spectator. I returned a believer. And I had ice cream with the FRU.

How Bersih cleansed my Malaysian soul — Andrew Chee

Neutral voice...

I am not alone — Mohd Rizal Jaafar

When the people took their anger and frustration to the streets, it had to be for a reason. I am sure it must have been the most difficult decision of their lives. They were going to leave their comfortable lives, their families, children and friends behind

Was it worth it? — Abdul Haleem

Was it worth it to join the rally? Definitely, I have no doubt in my mind. I felt a sense of solidarity with all those around me, in a way which is almost unexplainable

The day I lost my fear — Golongan Kiri

I am proud of the fact that I stood at Jalan Pudu that day with my fellow citizens demanding what is rightfully ours. When we sang our anthem there in the face of the riot lines, tear gas and chemical-laced water cannons from the police, it was my proudest moment as a Malaysian.

What’s so “dirty” about Bersih 2.0 rally?

By no stretch of the imagination can this primary objective be considered as being synonymous to breaking the law and pushing the country down a slope to anarchy and disrepute.

The days of gatekeeping are numbered — Alexis See Tho

On Twitter, a popular new hashtag is #bersihstories. Bersih rally participants are still tweeting their experiences and feelings. These include “once I thought migrating would be the only option, now I know running is no longer the agenda, I will stay & fight!” and “A Malay man who opened his hotel room to us as we ran from tear gas attack said, ‘anak muda semua kaum semangat kuat’.”

In pursuit of true democracy — Ron CK Sim

Seeing the scores of brave, unselfish and patriotic Malaysians on the locked-down streets of Kuala Lumpur was a touching moment to behold. They were undeterred by the heavy downpour that greeted them at 2pm.

I am proud to be Malaysian — May Chee Chook Ying

Kakak is in her sixties. She walked slowly, aided by her daughter at her side. There was also a regal-looking Chinese man behind me. He limped along with a walking stick. He could easily have been 70, yet he was unaccompanied. Their courage put me to shame.

Bersih 2.0: Even a four-year-old gets it — Lim Li Ching

Eyes still smarting from the tear gas, legs aching from all that walking, the first thing that greeted me when I reached home was my four-year-old daughter launching herself into my arms. Immediately, all the anxiety and stress fled from me, as cuddles and kisses abounded.

She asked: “Mama, did you go for the march?” 

Surprised, as I had only told her I had gone out to do something important, I answered: “Yes.” Perhaps she had overhead the adults talking.