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Public Services Neglect: Prioritizing the salaries and benefits of JAKIM officers over essential public services like free tolls, diesel subsidies, AI-operated safety monitoring, and traffic management systems represents a significant misallocation of resources. These services directly impact the daily lives of citizens, contributing to safety, economic efficiency, and overall quality of life.

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Opportunity and Backwardness Cost: The funds used for these appointments could be better spent on improving infrastructure, healthcare, education, or technology-driven solutions that benefit the broader population, regardless of religious affiliation.

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Authoritarian and Increased Public Burden: Allocating a substantial portion of the budget to high-ranking JAKIM officers may lead to reduced funding for other crucial areas, potentially increasing the financial burden on ordinary citizens. For example, the absence of diesel subsidies could result in higher transportation costs, which would affect the prices of goods and services, contributing to inflation.

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Stunted Technological Progress: Investment in AI-operated systems, such as drone safety monitoring and smart traffic lights, is essential for modernizing the country’s infrastructure. These technologies can reduce accidents, improve traffic flow, and enhance public safety. Diverting funds away from these innovations hampers progress and leaves the country lagging in global technological advancement.

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Amid Increasing Foreign Borrowing with Potential for Inefficiency: Expanding the bureaucracy by appointing more high-ranking officers without clear accountability mechanisms may lead to inefficiency and misuse of public funds. Without rigorous oversight, there’s a risk that these appointments could result in a bloated government with minimal tangible benefits to the public.

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Undermining Public Trust: When taxpayers see their money being used for purposes that don’t directly improve their lives or the country’s infrastructure, it can erode trust in the government. Citizens may feel that their needs are being overlooked in favor of political or religious agendas, leading to disillusionment and social unrest.

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Alienation of outgroup could lead to increased polarization and undermine efforts toward national unity and inclusivity.

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Overemphasis on religious oversight in government institutions could stifle secular policies that are necessary for a diverse, multi-ethnic society. It may also hinder the implementation of policies based on scientific, economic, or practical considerations rather than religious doctrine.

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Any charismatic leader of 21st Century should know that the broader public interest is better served by focusing resources on essential services that benefit all citizens and foster national progress.

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knowing malaysia, sooner or later one smart alec politician will come sapu all the money into own pocket

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That's when children fail to learn the key fact for history i.e. when the people are fed with enough delusional stuff, the leaders can all the money into own pocket. Just examine the ancient egyptian vs greek..........................................................

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Ancient Egypt: Centralized Power and Religious Control
Pharaoh as a Divine Leader: In ancient Egypt, the Pharaoh was not just a political leader but was also considered a god on earth. This theocratic model meant that the Pharaoh held ultimate authority, both spiritually and politically. The divine status of the Pharaoh helped to legitimize his rule, making it difficult for the common people to question his decisions, even if they were exploitative.

Religious and Cultural Propaganda: The construction of massive monuments, like the pyramids and temples, was not only a demonstration of power but also a tool of propaganda. These structures reinforced the idea of the Pharaoh's divine status and eternal life, keeping the population focused on religious duties and the afterlife. This focus on the afterlife and religious devotion could distract the population from the realities of their material lives and the potential exploitation by the ruling class.

Economic Exploitation: The resources and labor required for these monumental projects were immense, often draining the wealth of the kingdom and exploiting the labor of the people. However, because of the religious significance attached to these projects, the population might have been more willing to sacrifice their labor and resources, believing they were serving a divine purpose.

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Ancient Greece: The Polis and Intellectual Freedom
Democratic Practices: Unlike the centralized power of the Pharaohs in Egypt, many Greek city-states, particularly Athens, developed early forms of democracy where citizens (at least free males) had a say in governance. This allowed for more accountability of leaders and reduced the likelihood of absolute power being concentrated in the hands of one individual.

Philosophical Inquiry and Debate: Greek culture, particularly in Athens, encouraged philosophical inquiry, debate, and the pursuit of knowledge. Figures like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle promoted critical thinking and questioned the nature of power, justice, and the role of the individual in society. This intellectual freedom helped prevent the kind of widespread delusion or manipulation seen in more theocratic or autocratic societies.

Less Centralized Religious Control: While religion was still important in Greek society, it did not dominate every aspect of life to the same extent as in Egypt. The Greek gods were seen as powerful but not omnipotent, and they did not command the same level of obedience as the Pharaohs did in Egypt. This allowed for a more diverse and questioning culture where leaders could be challenged, and alternative ideas could be explored.

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Historical Lessons and Modern Implications
Manipulation Through Ideology: The comparison between these two ancient societies illustrates how leaders can use ideology—whether religious, political, or cultural—to manipulate the population and maintain power. In Egypt, the Pharaohs used religion to justify their authority and control the people, while in Greece, the emphasis on debate and democracy allowed for a more balanced distribution of power.

The Danger of Delusion: When a population is fed a steady diet of ideological or religious delusion, they may be less likely to question their leaders or hold them accountable. This can lead to a situation where leaders enrich themselves at the expense of the people, as their actions go unchecked. The history of ancient Egypt serves as a cautionary tale of how centralized power and ideological control can lead to exploitation.

The Importance of Critical Thinking: In contrast, the Greek example shows the importance of fostering a culture of critical thinking, debate, and accountability. When people are encouraged to question their leaders and the status quo, it becomes more difficult for those in power to manipulate or exploit them.