There’s no life if you’re poor


The next Budget should make adequate provision for those with a low income, the disabled and the unemployed.

ALMOST every month, we hear a heart-breaking story about a poor person being hauled to court for stealing food or toys for his or her children.

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RM 11.12/month

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

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Opinion , Zaid Ibrahim , columnist

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