In reference to ZeeKhay, ('Apologists reflect mediocre leadership', May 5), I would like to add a revelation. In contrast to our neighbours, our masses are better educated, hence the controlled reform movement. Malaysians in general are better educated, of higher intellect than our leaders. With an exceptional few. This is the reason we are still experiencing relative peace and prosperity compared with our neighbours. We still think within rational boundaries albeit with tied tongues and hands.

An added note: the term 'going for the dogs' mean a swift and assured destruction. The term is a toned down variant of 'going to hell in a handbasket', first appeared in the 1920s.

'Banana republic' is a derogatory term for a despot nation being run by a dictator with an explicit reference to Honduras, which originated in 1896 by writer William Sydney Porter's book Cabbages and Kings.

I hope this will expedite a higher calling and intellect.