People will believe what they want to believe


Arguing is usually pointless, says the writer, as Malaysians love conspiracies. — Bernama

IN Malaysia, there is a trust deficit in the authorities. Or we love conspiracy theories. Or both.

Over the last few days, I have been chatting face-to-face or via text with politicians, family members, and friends about a strange subject.

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