Syed Husin: History books need open minds, not emotional politicians

The most recently revised version of the Form Four history textbook does a better job of balancing different historical narratives than its previous editions, said former PKR deputy president and Universiti Malaya professor Syed Husin Ali.

"Some people are questioning the mention of Communists in the book. Well, it is one thing to talk about the terror they caused through their violent struggle and this cannot be denied. In fact, there is a whole chapter in the book about the Communist Emergency from 1948 to 1960."

NoorAminAhmad Our history only bias to political need not fully telling the truth.

History should not be changed or amended. A reality has to be accepted n without grudges.

That’s exactly what we need whether we look at history, go thru life today or plan for future. We simply lack the curiosity and courage to suspend our prejudices and look for facts. It’s easier to hide behind prejudices. But this insidiously weaken our resolve and rationality.

Fully agree with you sir. However, our politicians destroyed our own history. Ever since they knew that Hang Tuah and it's siblings are from Chinese descendant, it was removed from our history.

An excellent perspective

Open minds include satirical. Idiotic reasoning. Just tell the truth; they are insurgents, murderers & commit treachery. KemPendidikan

Too late. History lessons are in-doctrinal tools. We may have lost the space for honesty

History needs research, accurate and genuine datas, manuscripts, documents whatsoever as proofs of authenticities. Open mindedness and emotions have nothing to do with history.

Or religious motivation.

Politicians wll do anythng to gain influence. Religion, race, history, science, social..any f***ing things. The people must not play to their whims

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