Masidi: Be ready for any criticism

RANAU: Political leaders need to be ready for any criticism from the people in order to improve their weaknesses, said Minister of Tourism, Culture & Environment Datuk Masidi Manjun.

Masidi, who is also the Ranau Umno division chief and Karanaan Assemblyman, said the constructive criticism is crucial to enable them to improve any shortcomings.

“Leaders must constantly chide and be reprimanded if there are faults and weaknesses because human beings are all the same; what distinguishes them is the function or office.

“A leader is not a prophet but only a normal human being with weaknesses but has been appointed to serve the people and their needs.

“Therefore, when reprimanded, don’t take it to heart or get angry but accept it with an open mind and always think positive,” he said.

He was speaking at a lunch with about 200 Ranau Umno community leaders at the Lohan Rest House here recently.

In this regard, he said when dealing with the various grouses from the community, both political and grassroot leaders should be open to criticisms.

Masidi said politicians should also pursue their careers in accordance with their religious teachings so that whatever they do stays in the right path.

“I also call upon all leaders in Ranau to serve the people well and with a sincere heart and always strive to get close to the people.

“For those who do not hold positions in the party, I hope they too can work together to serve the people as I believe many people in Ranau have become successful and this is the right time for us to come together to help those in need,” he said.

Masidi also thanked former leaders in Ranau including Tan Sri Kasitah Gadam, Tan Sri Ghani Gilong and former Kundasang assemblyman Datuk Mynoor Ginggor who have done a lot to serve the people.