Ep 84| On Your Side with Siti Kasim

Siti Kasim is a lawyer and activist who champions for human rights and LGBT rights in Malaysia. She shares with us causes she has been fighting for a long time such as land issues faced by the indigenous community, laws pertaining to Islam and the current political climate.
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[@frustratedrakyat2253]

Do not judge the book by it COVER SHE IS A VERY KIND HEARTED HUMAN. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK . TQ TQ TQ SITI

[@mikelabo1120]

Go Siti Go, go...It will be your kind of Malay Muslim that will preserve our country for the rest of all Malaysians!

[@vorwartz8581]

Yes, she's a wonderful, down to earth and a affable lovely lady. She says it as it is!

[@LEGASItv]

"Down to earth" she might not 🤣 wonderful and outspoken, YES 💪

[@irinejessjohnson7132]

Gusty lady to fight for the right causes...may she continue to be blessed with wisdom and protection and receive all the support she needs to fight for the marginalized.

[@saes2715]

She reminds me of an out spoken younger and upgraded social activist version of MDM Rafidah aziz . May Mdm siti kassim continues advocating for all the victims of lawlessness ! Many youths support her and all her social causes , bless her heart and her future ! Malaysia we can do it !

[@michellewong4774]

Bless her ❤️ for being a champion for the defenceless

[@gracetsensiewlynn5140]

A dynamic and beautiful woman you are....some people talk holy but actions speak otherwise, but your actions say you are a good woman who respect God to champion the Orang Asli, the helpless and the downtrodden...TQ dear Siti...

[@wongkongyew1826]

Siti Kassim she looks beautiful 😍 !

[@saritadeng9891]

Among all the muslim women , she is the most outspoken and considerate, fighting for the minority and the unfortunate msian.

[@Fabrad69]

Siti!!! Thank you, you are such an awesome Malaysian! Making us proud!

[@tanpi5908]

Siti, Thank you for the humanity help towards the indigenous people of Malaysia. You are such an angel.

[@MYpondguy]

When I see news of KAK SITI, I'm hopeful. When I read of KAK SITI, I'm grateful. Whenever I hear about KAK SITI, I'm ready! 100% at her side, front and back. Siap Sedia!!! And rest assured I have berlambak member2 KAUM tanah tumpahnya darah kami, dats of da same wavelength, frequency and getaranzzz. SALAM MERDEKA SEMUA!!!

[@thongchin6745]

👍Malaysia needs to preserve the indigenous culture & natural environment, needs more activists like Siti.

[@marysoo1555]

My salutation & hats off to you, Siti Yes, everyone has their rights , we , Malaysians must learn to speak out. Thank you, l am impressed by you for being so out spoken…👍👍👍l and l thank God for people like you. Take care & keep well.

[@tinyplanes]

Bless you, Siti. Keep up the good work. Thanks for the interview, Chun Wai.

[@joycelim6942]

I love Siti Kassim ❤️She is great and have a clear n power speaking qualities 👍

[@pankokchang6162]

In ancient china, there's Justice Pao. Today, we have Siti Kassim.

[@foowayne2947]

But Malays like Cina 'tak usah pao' dan Malay 'kaya pao;. Sedapnya!

[@Sara_Emm]

Malays admire lho low pow who is supported by their BOSSKU !

[@francissanthukasan4264]

Next PM 💪

[@jechoniassushant8463]

Excellent point of view from Mdm Siti Kasim!!!

[@halimahahmed8458]

Siti is a muslim who understands the true teachings of Islam.

[@sandylee4422]

Another iron woman. I truly agree with whatever she says. Good job to her👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Listening to her really motivates me in many ways 👍🏻

[@irinejessjohnson7132]

A religious body should not be in politics, it is has no place for them at all. They should just concentrate solely on religious matters.

[@Wendy-dm5ox]

The ordinary malay muslims dislike her so much simply because she is so extraordinary, not scared of speaking the truth and having common sense...

[@pawehbsam5872]

common sense and speaking of truth what does she bring? nonesense..

[@basicbelief698]

Correction. Normal malays are still perfect. The overreacting malays that you need to watch out..... 😂

[@leealex24]

@@basicbelief698 The thing is that back in the 60's/70's according to those in that generation, Malay culture was well Malay culture, it was never linked to religion. Even the non malays also don't recognize malay culture anymore, it's like transformed to something unrecognizable, extreme and even regressive.

[@basicbelief698]

@@leealex24 should I say all started from "arqam"

[@leealex24]

@@basicbelief698 Yeah, don't know why the Malays see the Arabs as a model as they are regressive, inward and very different from ASEAN culture in general, which is really bizarre. Malaysia must be ASEAN and Asia FIRST, nothing to do with Middle East. Why don't follow popular malay icons in the 80's like sheila majib, deanna yusoff for example or even Singaporean Malay Bloomberg Anchor like Haslinda.

[@karma2958]

Siti should be the Menteri Besar of Kelantan...

[@lumcheemeng9536]

Religious is good but telling the truth and honesty is best

[@kimfattw7854]

YES U R RIGHT

[@msloh5125]

One and only Siti Kasim and proud of you for assisting the minorities.

[@ail91699]

Insyallah, dia iklas Allah akan membalasnya, semoga d pjgkan umor n d limpahi rahmat serta kekuatan utk menegakan kebenaran. AMIN

[@ustazdio8827]

Kau petik nama allah tapi kau tahu tak dia hina allah dan agama ni.... Kau punya nama cantik tapi jangan hati *****

[@clairong4403]

Siti, Malaysians need you. PLEASE don't go away

[@andrewtaikp]

Sis, Siti Kasim u r the best 👏👍 U will always be bless! 🙏

[@oliverlazaroo346]

Thank you for helping the left out people in Malaysia God Bless You

[@nocturnalowl5867]

Please Siti, don’t leave Malaysia because you’re one in a million. Please stay and know that you have millions behind you. You are an inspiration.

[@emilychan5209]

Siti should join politics and stand for election in GE15

[@michelle-annekangen6780]

Wow..refreshing..so glad to hear so many issues being raised and addressed.Thank you.

[@francissanthukasan4264]

Malaysia need people like Siti

[@FaridahHameed]

Syabas Siti for saying it like it is 💪 Having met Siti several times I can vouch that she is a really nice and joyful person. IA lot of people talk empowerment when it’s convenient but will slouch away in a tough situations. Siti walks her talk and we should celebrate her as a strong and intelligent Malay woman 🙏🏾

[@chonghee8394]

Yes she is superb and very intelliigent too.Keep up your good work Siti and we will all vouch for you

[@agneschin2615]

SitI Kassim a sight for sore eyes!!!

[@sunnyyong660]

Siti for PM✌✌

[@justinjustins8708]

She's good...... really she is!!!!!

[@rosemaryrosemary5504]

You are great Siti Kassim Please help the stateless children's plight.My own grandson is in such a predicament,,please help us.

[@christinayesiagreethankgod6434]

God bless you always Siti good job

[@clancywong]

👍A true Malay in every sense. Honest,open minded,and rational.

[@komalachandra89]

Super lady.

[@johnlau5844]

Many Malay, especially religious extremists dislike her. But I love this woman. She gorgeous and beautiful. And most of all she and few feminists are the one who defended our country from male chauvinism and religion extremism

[@suwahng8630]

She is a person who willingness to contribute rendered to the general public and good well outspoken person. Keep on to the good work and God bless you.

[@yokekoon2385]

Genius very genius lawyer

[@junemastan7297]

salute you Siti Kasim

[@anyone4380]

Tqvm Siti

[@mitsubishimotors26289]

God bless u siti.Amen

[@astrometaqua411]

How true & genuine, if country is following such true then boleh land surpasses any neighbouring. Indeed called her whatever but that won’t dampen her faith & believe, she is not so fragile, unlike some

[@yapcheeseng2735]

we need more Malays with this kind of mindsets. Hopefully one day you can be an MP and a minister.

[@pahatpahat9566]

She may find it difficult unless she stands in a mixed population. If she stands in my area, she will get my vote and I would certainly walk the ground for her!

[@ustazdio8827]

Tak hingin aku siti kassim jadi mp

[@alawiyahabdulrahman9487]

Hancur..

[@pahatpahat9566]

@@ustazdio8827 , Just look around ASEAN, see for yourself where we stand today and what they are doing. Wasn't Malaysia the most developed and competitive economy prior little Singapore took off? Now reports are emerging that Malaysia isn't going to be in the top 5 within ASEAN by the end of one decade! Forget about Singapore, they are fighting in the astrosphere against the developed economies. At the rate, things are going, by 2030, Malaysians may have to seek employment in Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines or even Myanmar!!

[@lyntan5058]

We want more Siti in Malaysia, pls dont leave our beautiful Country, God Blessed! !

[@guruarunasalam9599]

Absolutely true about religion being personal. When that is controlled by a few for personal gains and power, it has to be questioned. So sad to hear everything has to go through so called religious leaders. Where is free thinking gone? This is too much control. May the liberal Malays stand with you and fight for the rights of human existence. People have to question when something is wrong, it is everyone's moral obligation. Yes everyone has rights. Malays Culture includes sarong kebaya and joget, being happy with life. Tudung is not Malay culture. Soon the Malay culture will become obsolete. What a shame!!! Siti, stand tall and fight for justice. Liberal thinking is Opening Ones Mind and Experiencing Life. Everyone has a brain to think and express one's views. May change for the better Comes to Malaysia from Chinese, Indians and Liberal Malays.

[@irenelim2140]

My son in law went to volunteer at Vaccine Centre and because he looks different, with a lot of tatoos , the "authorities" told the organisers he has to cover up voicing their displeasure. His role was taking photos at booth (fyi, professionally he is often behind the camera and was not wearing sleeve less but a regular t shirt)!

[@georgegomezgomez4704]

You are an angel in this failing society.

[@co6033]

God bless those lawyers who are willing to help and defend those voiceless ones on pro bono basis.

[@zamreerathen9726]

u'r great ...love it 😍

[@tilley6351]

Fully agree with Siti.

[@frankangel9793]

We are waiting for you to be first Lady PM . Congratulations !!

[@francissanthukasan4264]

Siti you are superb and respect ✊

[@kimfattw7854]

IS VERY VERY VERY SAD TO SEE A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY GOING BACKWARD EVERYDAY..SOONER WE BE THE WORSE IN ASIA..

[@pawehbsam5872]

yeah..say bye2 to malaysia laa..right? so you can go to another country?? singapore maybe??

[@leealex24]

@@pawehbsam5872 The thing is that back in the 60's/70's according to those in that generation, Malay culture was well Malay culture, it was never linked to religion. Even the non malays also don't recognize malay culture anymore, it's like transformed to something unrecognizable, extreme and even regressive.

[@pawehbsam5872]

@@leealex24 what?? what do you mean by malay culture that never linked to a religion?? give me an example?? let me see if it is true or not.. what i know islam teach us to embrace your culture but if the culture against the religion mostly like believe or something spiritual it will be permanently remove..if you look at a malay muslim, chinese muslim even indian muslim were difference in culture..food, clothes or language were difference..even in the Quran said.. "O you mankind, surely We created you of a male and a female, and We have made you races and tribes that you may get mutually acquainted. Surely the most honorable among you in the Providence of Allah are the most pious; surely Allah is Ever-Knowing, Ever-Cognizant." Al-Hujurat Verse 13 translation by Dr. Ghali..

[@leealex24]

@@pawehbsam5872 Don't know how "young" you are, but, maybe you should ask your own grandparents or those malays back in the 70's/80's, how their life was like, how life was based on your own malay culture rather than trying to emulate those from more religious, restricted thinking.

[@pawehbsam5872]

@@leealex24 by telling me i'm too young it is not a good argument u had there..give me an example so i know which part of my culture you refer to..come on..lol

[@foowayne2947]

The invisible mental shackles are like drugs, it's hard to break off.

[@gilberthuat372]

yes, i agree with siti, example islam in indonesia are more liberal vs malaysia.

[@meithya]

Not really. Indonesia is facing radicalism and it's quite challenging too

[@leealex24]

@@meithya Yeah, don't know why the Malays see the Arabs as a model as they are regressive, inward and very different from ASEAN culture in general, which is really bizarre. Malaysia must be ASEAN and Asia FIRST, nothing to do with Middle East. Why don't follow popular malay icons in the 80's like sheila majib, deanna yusoff for example or even Singaporean Malay Bloomberg Anchor like Haslinda.

[@karma2958]

God Bless you & family Cik Siti...😀

[@guruarunasalam9599]

Thank you Siti for your great humanitarian work. You are champion for the people and a person of integrity. May God Bless you and Guide you always.

[@yuxuan6770]

Orang Asli tuan tanah air ini.Nice talk, real situation.Kelantan not much moving forward, still got many of them r poor. I really understand what happen to those r force to become muslims. It really happen to the non muslims.

[@jennytan4509]

If you can, reintroduce religious education to school children of other races. Give them their rights. Tq.

[@anaqitamizi2988]

Just wish to know siti kasim version of islam..

[@mandalion6709]

What version?? I thought there is only one version.

[@anaqitamizi2988]

@@mandalion6709 should be one ..but siti kassim understanding in islam is very different ...so i gues..i want to listen to her version of islam. That all...

[@lewchess7983]

You look very attractive today...Righteous people will become more n more attractive as time goes by👍

[@primepatriotone2443]

Little Hope. Tq SK.

[@hizeroindonesia9745]

God bless you, Angel Siti

[@basicbelief698]

Well, what can we say. Heaven is missing one Angel and she's here... 😂

[@helenchung9617]

Keep up your good work!💪💪💪

[@shiannbeng6375]

As a nation, why are we not honouring and protecting the rights of ancestry land ownership of the true bumiputeras?

[@jjfoo62]

"Sensitive issues"..... doesn't become less sensitive by sweeping it under the carpet. The only way to overcome was by addressing it, through discussing or debating about it.....to make it a non or less sensitive issue. We Malaysians were hushed up by the word "sensitive issue".

[@justinjustins8708]

Go into government..put ur skill and knowledge to change where we have gone wrong.

[@yuxuan6770]

True what Siti say. Islam happen been impose to school. School is the place for educate student to get knowledge, not religion. Non muslims also need to following the practical of islam term.

[@siewjqie9484]

Can I vote Siti as our 1st female PM of Msia

[@oneworld2724]

Civil law slowly weaken.

[@bombasticborneo]

👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿Siti

[@Gary-cc8oe]

if we non-muslim exercise our Rights to talk bad about Islam or to point the wrong things about Islam, we're going to get charge by the Gov. So how we dare to exercise our Rights??

[@jut8146]

You will be charged for pointing out what (you think) is wrong with Islam?

[@bktan3111]

I miss those beautiful baju kurong n sarong kerbuyar. God gave us beautiful hair n we coverup for 1 man. Can u believe it.

[@Buddy-kc7lk]

No, you don't miss the baju kurung nor the sarung kebaya. Why would you? you're just lying just so you can troll the malays. And "God gave us beautiful hair and we cover up for one man" ?? Who is the 'one man'? Are you insinuating Prophet Muhammad p.b.u.h? Fyi muslim women cover their hair for modesty as required by our religion. You don't have to agree with me. But that is what we believe and that is what most of us would want to do. So, I ask of you, please have some respect fpr our beliefs. We don't cross over to your beliefs and culture. Hope you will do likewise.

[@mingkoichan3623]

As a senior citizen now, I somewhat share ur sentiments hvg lived among the Malays in the 50s & 60s & appreciating their culture then.... I'll refrain frm saying more.... to avoid being accused of lying just so to troll the Malays or interfering with their beliefs & culture!

[@mitsubishimotors26289]

Nice one siti.bravo speak up

[@melzzyzuniga5280]

Kak Siti i share the same thinking as you .. We hate people who hijacked Islam for their own personal or political agenda

[@gongmat7]

Controlling the people mind using religion Malaysia style Marx and Mao

[@joejoe9979]

Absolutely agree with you Siti.

[@dotcomlim]

LIBERAL... MEANS... MERDEKA....

[@Balakrishnan-zq5fi]

Lot more people do not know what is happening around them. Very discussing and hurting. Corruption and favouritism and instigation is the rule of the day. Very sorry to say we are heading to the dooms day.

[@z13eeeeek]

Mdm mgbu...sincere n suberb malaysian...

[@Sara_Emm]

I have always addressed her as the guardian angel of the minorities and destitutes. Such a sweet person with fantastic fashion sense ❤️❤️❤️

[@liowpohhuat9107]

Siti kassim should qets Nobel prize

[@anyone4380]

Time to wake up

[@alimbaar1481]

I agree with her view

[@tehtarek58]

i notice that many people interviewed and the interviewers here in malaysia tend to proclaim "to be honest" . come one guys and gals, is this because in your mind, you are often not honest that you have to state this repeatedly?

[@foowayne2947]

'To be honest...' refers to the ones with logical, rational, sane and righteous thinking ideology. Whereas the rest of all the negative statements followed referred to the fanatic, irrational, dishonest and even psychopathic groups who forever demanding and begging for their cheap and distorted 'maruah' and right species.

[@leealex24]

Yes, I remember Malay culture was about joget, hari raya, being open minded and kenduri. That was the Malay culture, wonder who screwd that up and comparing with Saudi Arabia, and all these more extremist, conservative and backward countries. It's kindda stupid and unecessary for the malay people. I agree it needs to be a secular government, that's the best way to go.

[@jut8146]

Not only is it stupid and unnecessary, we even believe that we will face Judgement and it will be decided what becomes of us for all eternity. Not just us, actually.

[@leealex24]

@@jut8146 The thing is that back in the 60's/70's according to those in that generation, Malay culture was well Malay culture, it was never linked to religion. Even the non malays also don't recognize malay culture anymore, it's like transformed to something unrecognizable, extreme and even regressive.

[@jut8146]

@@leealex24Being from the tail end of that generation, I understand what you mean. We have sacrificed some of the fun and colourful aspects of our culture at the altar of religious observance. What I objected to was the characterisation of this religious observance.

[@leealex24]

@@jut8146 Yeah, don't know why the Malays see the Arabs as a model as they are regressive, inward and very different from ASEAN culture in general, which is really bizarre. Malaysia must be ASEAN and Asia FIRST, nothing to do with Middle East. Why don't follow popular malay icons in the 80's like sheila majib, deanna yusoff for example or even Singaporean Malay Bloomberg Anchor like Haslinda.

[@jut8146]

@@leealex24 There is a difference between culture and faith. Islamic practices have nothing to do with Arab culture. There are many millions of devout Chinese Muslims who are very much Chinese. If submission to God is regressive then yes, we are becoming more regressive.

[@suziekhor2096]

Siti Kassim is good PM material. First woman PM.?

[@pahatpahat9566]

Many Malay politicians are just interested to create "jobs" to please their supporters without looking at efficiency and productivity of their actions. As such, we find that while the rest of the world progresses especially in transport infrastructure and become more "competitive" we are still caught with our systems created in the last century. And combined with our education policy, we are sure to compete with the laggards!

[@songhos7993]

Saya Anak Melaka.

[@guanguan1683]

Very good talk.

[@emilychan5209]

You either love or hate her? Oh, I love her 💖

[@garyyong4198]

Thanks Siti. It’s so inspiring and remind us what being Malaysian is all about. It’s also a fresh breath despite all the political and health issues in recent weeks. I would love to contribute to the orang asli fund within my mean. Any information on how I can contribute?

[@dc6958]

Has she written any books?

[@yatlienloo5529]

I am 100% on ur agreed with u.

[@mfridz93s90]

In malaysia, we hv major religions such as ISLAM, XTIAN, BUDDHISM, HINDUSIM. Yet, im not against all of these but i believed in 1 force in every religions enemy. My question is, do i hv a right to practice my belief?

[@basicbelief698]

Religion acts as an agency of socialization. Nowadays many religiously identified people lie, despite the fact that all religions prohibit lying. Religion becomes a problem when human beings forget their place and assume the role of God. This is a broken system where the creation is creating the Creator. Religion is a man-made. So no one can stop your freedom.... 😂

[@mfridz93s90]

May i say... Handmade GOD?

[@basicbelief698]

@@mfridz93s90 Yes handmade and the imaginary type... 😂

[@Wendy-dm5ox]

Religion enemy?! Narrow-minded Human.