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But, the most likely explanation is closer to what Mr Yahaya implied. He said that the KK Super Mart boycott is qualitatively different from the boycott of Israeli goods, as the latter is “directly related” to Gaza, whereas in KK Super Mart’s case, there was” no direct relationship”.
Mr. Yahaya meant that the ban itself was not a spiritual protest, even though the KK Super Mart discussion began with the prophet’s name. In other words, the boycott may be interpreted differently as professional, racist, political or social, but it might not be spiritual.
If we take that view, it makes sense that PAS taken a step up. Despite frequently combining identity politics and Islam, PAS finally seeks to establish an Islamic status as the preferred social outcome.
Its strongest policy advocacy in the past few years, such as questioning Malaysia’s decision to gazette bak kut teh ( pork ribs soup ) as a national heritage dish, closing down gambling outlets, enhancing Syariah court powers and others, are driven by religious considerations. So, if the KK Super Mart boycott is no dramatically religious in goal and outcome, it might not follow it.
For restraint, though self- serving, has significant implications on how conflicts may sing out in the future.
After the uncommon trio of diesel bomb attacks in Malaysia, it’s fair to wonder if these are one-time events or have a potential recurrence.
The confinement of expanded conflict seems small and efficient enough for now based on the highest authorities ‘ majority condemnation of violence. This does not, however, mean that the surveillance of brands and logos that might offend the majority of people may be completely absent.
One less artist to intensify issue might be the difference between maintaining the peace and going ashore, according to PAS ‘ nuanced perspective on what issues to take on.
Sang Kancil ( Penguin Random House ) is the author and social scientist James Chai writes.