by Chandra Muzaffar

AS the 13th general election looms large on the horizon, politicians and media commentators are talking about a nation at the crossroads. If we are at the crossroads, nothing is more important to the ordinary Malaysian voter than clear road signs. In a multi-ethnic society where internal divisions are more pronounced than in other societies, such roadsigns are crucial.

For a road sign to make sense in multi-ethnic Malaysia, it should fulfill a basic pre-requisite. It should be a road sign that accommodates the interests and aspirations of each and every community.