Tok Mat Puts It Straight

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DIDN'T I tell you that Mohamad Hasan is a level-headed leader and one who sees things through his broadminded comprehension?

He proved it today when attending Pas Muktamar in Kuantan. His downright tone about Zahid and the president's future in Umno defunct some suggestions that he is fortifying his team to take over Zahid's chair.

"Zahid is free to officiate or attend any events while on garden leave. He could still attend in his capacity as Umno division chief or as the MP for Bagan Datuk... he is still the rightful president of Umno, who was elected by party members in last year's internal elections..."

He also said nothing will stop Zahid from using his presidency for such events, including to officiate Kepong divisional meeting tomorrow and Masjid Tanah on Sunday.

"If tomorrow he calls and says I want to come back to the office, he can. I have never occupied his office, and still retain the usage of my own," he added.

The only thing which he didn't answer the Press was what would he do if Umno members decide to elect him as the president proper. I believe he has his own reason.

I guess Tok Mat is more concern about the stability and the current state of the party. Since party elections is still two years away, he wants members to focus on party consolidation and the cooperation with Pas.

I hope to see Tok Mat walk tall alongside Zahid and the rest of the team. With unpredictable events taking place in local politics, especially in Pakatan Harapan government, the epitome of Umno struggle must be centered at regaining what is lost during GE14.

And Tok Mat himself gets more popular of late but Zahid spearheaded the nucleus of Umno-Pas collaboration which saw positive results in few by-elections.

I have no idea when was the two leaders met but I want to see them together again, in the office. Maybe this has led to wild speculations and contemplation of the existent of 'Tok Mat camp' to oust Zahid.

Owh... as for Zahid, COME BACK as a transformed and new-imaged president. You may find it not comfortable in the beginning but with the help from Tok Mat and others, your seat will be warm again!

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