Maria has been released. I honestly never imagined this overwhelming response could help shift the tide, but you all proved that standing up together actually works. Please stay watchful because this victory belongs entirely to the thousands of you who refused to stay silent.
December 1, 2016
Final supporters
Rakyat Malaysia mengutuk sekeras-kerasnya penggunaan SOSMA terhadap Maria Chin Abdullah.
Semasa membahas Rang Undang-undang SOSMA di Parlimen pada tahun 2011, kerajaan Malaysia telah berkali-kali berjanji dan menegaskan bahawa SOSMA tidak akan digunakan ke atas mereka-mereka yang berlainan fahaman politik. Akan tetapi, agak jelas bahawa janji tersebut tinggal janji manis.
Tindakan yang sebegitu zalim terhadap seorang aktivis masyarakat dan seorang ibu menerminkan ketakutan sang pemerintah. Perbuatan sebegitu rupa dalam pandangan kita adalah penyalahgunaan kuasa pada tahap yang tertinggi.
Kita menuntut supaya Maria Chin dibebaskan segera tanpa syarat, dan SOSMA dimansuhkan segera.
Nota kaki: Anda boleh pilih untuk menderma kepada hos laman sesawang atau sebaliknya. Untuk tidak menderma, anda hanya perlu menutup laman ini setelah menurunkan tandatangan. Sokongan anda akan direkodkan.
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The Rakyat vehemently opposes the use SOSMA against Maria Chin Abdullah.
When tabling the bill in Parliament in 2011, the government assured and promised Malaysians repeatedly that SOSMA will not be used on the basis of difference in political ideology, but it is evident today that the administration led by Prime Minister Najib Razak is reneging on its promise.
Such brutal treatment against a civil society leader and a mother shows Najib Razak's insecurity as Prime Minister. In our view, this is a clear abuse of legislative and executive powers.
We demand the unconditional release of Maria Chin immediately, and the repeal of SOSMA.
**Footnote: Donations to the web hosting site is optional. You can choose not to donate by simply closing the tab after signing. Your support will be recorded.
Updates
November 23, 2016
I am truly stunned to see over one thousand signatures on this page. None of this would have happened if you all had not decided to step up and speak out.
Reached 25,000 supporters
November 22, 2016
Reached 10,000 supporters
November 21, 2016
Reached 1,000 supporters
November 21, 2016
November 20, 2016
I am honestly overwhelmed by how many people have taken a moment to stand up for Maria. We are creeping toward ten thousand names and it really is your conviction that keeps this momentum alive.
November 19, 2016
I am honestly overwhelmed by how many people have joined this cause. We are nearing the thousand mark and it is your dedication that keeps the pressure on those in power.
21,757 Comments
Unbelievable and unacceptable that a peaceful activist and Chairperson of Bersih 5 be detained under SOSMA on the eve of the rally and kept in solitary confinement.without access to a lawyer. This is abuse of power. Release Maria and abolish SOSMA.
im requesting the the government release saudari kami maria chin secepat mungkin.kerajaan jangan salah gunakan kuasa.makin lama makin zalim.jangan takut kan rakyat.rakyat tak takut.tapi rakyat dah bosan dgn.propaganda kerajaan yang ada sekarang.tq
Displaying Courage is not a punishable crime. Release Maria to show the govt supports democracy. To continue to keep her locked up demonstrates the govt's intolerace to free speech and expression which are fundamental rights in a democratic society.
A woman who is trying to ask for justice should not deserve this way of treatment. She is not a terrorist and she did not threaten anyone's life and she use peaceful ways to ask for justice in Malaysia. Release Maria Chin Abdullah and repeal SOSMA!
We asked not for equality in everything but equality in law. Maria Chin has done the nation proud in organizing a peaceful and incident free gathering of people from all races. She should not be detained and should be released immediately. Thank you.
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Maria has been released. I honestly never imagined this overwhelming response could help shift the tide, but you all proved that standing up together actually works. Please stay watchful because this victory belongs entirely to the thousands of you who refused to stay silent.
December 1, 2016
Final supporters
Rakyat Malaysia mengutuk sekeras-kerasnya penggunaan SOSMA terhadap Maria Chin Abdullah.
Semasa membahas Rang Undang-undang SOSMA di Parlimen pada tahun 2011, kerajaan Malaysia telah berkali-kali berjanji dan menegaskan bahawa SOSMA tidak akan digunakan ke atas mereka-mereka yang berlainan fahaman politik. Akan tetapi, agak jelas bahawa janji tersebut tinggal janji manis.
Tindakan yang sebegitu zalim terhadap seorang aktivis masyarakat dan seorang ibu menerminkan ketakutan sang pemerintah. Perbuatan sebegitu rupa dalam pandangan kita adalah penyalahgunaan kuasa pada tahap yang tertinggi.
Kita menuntut supaya Maria Chin dibebaskan segera tanpa syarat, dan SOSMA dimansuhkan segera.
Nota kaki: Anda boleh pilih untuk menderma kepada hos laman sesawang atau sebaliknya. Untuk tidak menderma, anda hanya perlu menutup laman ini setelah menurunkan tandatangan. Sokongan anda akan direkodkan.
_______________
The Rakyat vehemently opposes the use SOSMA against Maria Chin Abdullah.
When tabling the bill in Parliament in 2011, the government assured and promised Malaysians repeatedly that SOSMA will not be used on the basis of difference in political ideology, but it is evident today that the administration led by Prime Minister Najib Razak is reneging on its promise.
Such brutal treatment against a civil society leader and a mother shows Najib Razak's insecurity as Prime Minister. In our view, this is a clear abuse of legislative and executive powers.
We demand the unconditional release of Maria Chin immediately, and the repeal of SOSMA.
**Footnote: Donations to the web hosting site is optional. You can choose not to donate by simply closing the tab after signing. Your support will be recorded.
Updates
November 23, 2016
I am truly stunned to see over one thousand signatures on this page. None of this would have happened if you all had not decided to step up and speak out.
Reached 25,000 supporters
November 22, 2016
Reached 10,000 supporters
November 21, 2016
Reached 1,000 supporters
November 21, 2016
November 20, 2016
I am honestly overwhelmed by how many people have taken a moment to stand up for Maria. We are creeping toward ten thousand names and it really is your conviction that keeps this momentum alive.
November 19, 2016
I am honestly overwhelmed by how many people have joined this cause. We are nearing the thousand mark and it is your dedication that keeps the pressure on those in power.
21,757 Comments
Free Maria! She is patriotic and she cares about Malaysia. Sosma is not applicable to her or to anyone involved in Bersih campaign. Bersih movement brings awareness to the people what is a transparent, accountable, responsible and fair government.
Unbelievable and unacceptable that a peaceful activist and Chairperson of Bersih 5 be detained under SOSMA on the eve of the rally and kept in solitary confinement.without access to a lawyer. This is abuse of power. Release Maria and abolish SOSMA.
im requesting the the government release saudari kami maria chin secepat mungkin.kerajaan jangan salah gunakan kuasa.makin lama makin zalim.jangan takut kan rakyat.rakyat tak takut.tapi rakyat dah bosan dgn.propaganda kerajaan yang ada sekarang.tq
Displaying Courage is not a punishable crime. Release Maria to show the govt supports democracy. To continue to keep her locked up demonstrates the govt's intolerace to free speech and expression which are fundamental rights in a democratic society.
A woman who is trying to ask for justice should not deserve this way of treatment. She is not a terrorist and she did not threaten anyone's life and she use peaceful ways to ask for justice in Malaysia. Release Maria Chin Abdullah and repeal SOSMA!
We asked not for equality in everything but equality in law. Maria Chin has done the nation proud in organizing a peaceful and incident free gathering of people from all races. She should not be detained and should be released immediately. Thank you.
Hope you reach your goal!
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Free Maria! She is patriotic and she cares about Malaysia. Sosma is not applicable to her or to anyone involved in Bersih campaign. Bersih movement brings awareness to the people what is a transparent, accountable, responsible and fair government.