Muscat to be co-opted to House on October 1

Keith Borg-Micallef

Sep 22nd 2008, 13:04

- SIGH - Anyhow, the haha's and lol's unodoubtedly, unquestionably, do not reflect any hysterical actions!

- SIGH -

Jeremy J Camilleri

Sep 21st 2008, 23:09

Criticism was levelled at the comments you did pass, and your confusion when quoting your own comments.

As for the hysterical bit...well..too many ha ha's and lol's in your last contribution. Gives the game away again.

See you again..when you are applauding Joseph Muscat in your very very strange manner....

Keith Borg-Micallef

Sep 21st 2008, 20:23

@ Jeremy J Camilleri

Hey, sorry, my fault. When I wrote "Jason Azzopardi" I was chatting to a friend of mine with that name, (who is not in politics, but just a University student, lol). Anyway, I meant to say Jason Micallef. My apologies go this Jason Azzopardi, (I'm sorry but I do not know who he is.)

As to what regards "getting hysterical"... I am seriously not, haha. Just made my point clear, lol. Hey, put the Borg-Micallef thing, because I guess there are many Keith Borgs.... lol

Oh yeah, getting critized is part of it all. But I prefer that to be done on the comments I pass.

See you under some other piece, Nostradamus, :), this one got quite old....

Jeremy J Camilleri

Sep 21st 2008, 13:44

Keith Borg.,..You're getting hysterical...I never said that you had no right writing what you think.

You can write whatever you want to write, but you must expect someone to shoot down what you are saying.

I do not think that my opinions are the only ones that matter, however, you should have noticed that as regards to yourself, my opinions were based on what YOU had said, hence, the cut and pasting of your quotes.

Now you state that you thought Joseph was insane because of a political stand, just goes to show your level of maturity.
Stating that at last you have realised someone is sane, is not applauding!

As regards Jason Azzopardi..I do not know what wrong Jason has done, but he is a PN cabinet member, so how Joseph should have him removed, beats me.

As to your last comment, nothing personal on my part either, but, getting critisced on the Times online is part and parcel of writing isn't it?

Keith Borg-Micallef

Sep 21st 2008, 13:16

At least you are congruent. You evolve from one pitiable exclamation to another. You first accused me of an identity crisis, now of not being a man, and yeah, also of copying others.

As I said, I state my opinions as much as I like, and no one will impede me from doing so. Unless some law prohibits me that. Certainly, you may think whatever you want, but you cannot lay your opinions as being some cast-iron fact. That’s balderdash!

Yeah, I deemed it fit to applaud Dr. Muscat. And so I did. I thought he was insane only because he didn’t help in any way to shove Jason Azzopardi away. In doing so, he went against what he had promised. I had seen some light in the party, some fresh air, which was promptly taken away with Jason staying there.

I am not trying to win any argument, over you to top it all. I don’t even know who you are. So let me express my opinion, as I let you express yours. You simply need to win this argument, not me. The problem is that I see no argument at all.

Jeremy J Camilleri

Sep 20th 2008, 23:10

Keith Borg Micallef....If you are against Muscat, no matter what position he does take,be a man, and just say so, instead of trying to hide behind petty sentences..
Now you are saying that you have applauded Muscat after the GOL issue.

I quote:

'At least!! Something positive! Dr. Muscat is sane then… Hehe.

No, really, to accommodate these guys would be simply appalling. Dr. Muscat’s reservations are fully understandable. After all, he is a democrat. And as he said in his TV special, he has a new lajfstajl…'

So, until the Gol update you even had doubts as to his sanity!! Very objective. Nice way of applauding someone....

Then you go on about his lajfstajl quote in the same sentence...ps...some people do read...so you should aim higher than copying DCG comments regarding that quote.

So really, no matter what image you are trying to portray NOW, in a desperate attempt to win an argument.. your words speak for themselves.

Keith Borg-Micallef

Sep 20th 2008, 20:39

@ Jeremy J Camilleri

Hey, if I were in you, I would read out all my contributions. Perhaps you'll be enlightened. After there was an update by the Times that stated that Dr. Muscat had reservations on the GOL proposals, I promptly posted a comment stating that IT WAS THE FIRST THING I WAS APPLAUDING OF HIM.

When I said "'When he will make something good, as so far I have seen none, I might see it differently" the Times still hadn't updated what the GOL's implications. After I read the update, I applauded him.

So, you got it now?? When I applaud someone is because I deem fit doing it. Not because I am forced to do so. So please, do not try to explain how I act, as you are always getting it wrong. You should verify stuff before you write about it. AND IT WASN’T IN THE PAST, AS YOU SAID. IT WAS AFTER I HAD MADE MY FIRST COMMENT THAT I APPLAUDED HIM.

Jeremy J Camilleri

Sep 20th 2008, 14:42

My oh my.... Keith Borg Micallef is getting all hot under the collar... I wonder why....

Now, dear Keith, I can confirm, from your last contribution, that you do have a crisis...

Why am I saying so?

Well, you, see, in your last contribution, and I quote,

'When I deemed fit to applaud something Dr. Muscat did, I applauded. '

So, you say that you have applauded Dr Joseph Muscat in the past..Prosit!!

Now thats very mature of you..you do not posess a one track mind!!

You call a spade a spade!!

Well, so you would have us believe!!

Why am I saying so?
Well, back to your first contribution ...

'When he will make something good, as so far I have seen none, I might see it differently.'

AND

'He has to do something good in the first place and I would then have to criticize that too'

So, your contributions do make you sound very confused..
If he has never did something good just what is it that you have applauded?

Nostradamus I am not, Sherlock neither..you just made it too easy!

Expressing your personal opinion my foot!!!!!

Keith Borg-Micallef

Sep 20th 2008, 00:28

@ I. M. Dingli

No problem with that. I just found it hard to believe that I ever spoke of the 80's. I only express my opinion on the present days; those in which I live.

@ Jeremy J Camilleri

Regarding the "identity crisis" you implied I suffer of, well, again, Nostradamus, you got it all wrong! I have my personal opinion and I only express it. By no means I did I ever try to impose it, as some others do. When I deemed fit to applaud something Dr. Muscat did, I applauded. My identity is none of your concern; there's no crisis whatsoever though, rest assured.

Rodnick Abdilla

Sep 19th 2008, 21:51

@ Paul Borg.

1 simple answer will be given to you from zero to hero in EU parlament. Dr.Muscat track record as an MEP would be enough to satisfy all the Maltese people to see him instead of the laughable Dr. Gonzi

I. M. Dingli

Sep 19th 2008, 18:47

@ Keith Borg Micallef

I have to forward my apology; I mistakenly confused a comment by Kevin Borg with your name. Sorry again, no hard feelings.

Jeremy J Camilleri

Sep 19th 2008, 18:40

presumptious is better than an identity crisis Keith Borg Micallef....

I'll just sit back and let the other readers decide as to whether you are a blue eyed zombie or not from your writings.....Can't be fairer than that can I?

Nostradamus and brains? how should I know..I didn't KNOW the guy..unlike you of course...Now if you did not know him...well now THAT would be presumptious...

Michael Cutajar...I tend not to discuss Martinelli...A little birdie told me that he hasn#t lived on the island since the stone age....so, you see, if you would be kind enough as to forgive me, I shall stick to discussing Malta with people who live here...Now if he doesn't deem it fit to live here under a perfect PN administration..well..thats another issue....

Keith Borg-Micallef

Sep 19th 2008, 15:01

@ I. M. Dingli

May I know when did I ever mention the 80's??

All I spoke of is the present time. Being 18 doesn't mean one has no view. As you said, however, I haven't lived the 80's. It is for this very reason that I do not comment on those years. Now I would like you to tell me when I spoke of the 80's as if I lived them?

I. M. Dingli

Sep 19th 2008, 14:20

@ Mr. Borg Micallef

In another blog you stated your age, that is, 18 years which actually proves you have no experience of the MLP Government of the 1980s but still you mention those years as if you lived them. Please, for your own sake, don't show us how indoctrinated you are.

Keith Borg-Micallef

Sep 19th 2008, 14:05

@ Michael Cutajar

Hey, thanks. I'm elated. My comments are bizarre? You should look at yours. Cannot I have my own perspective? By the time I wrote that posting, I hadn't had read that Muscat had reservations on the GOL proposals. Thus, after having read that one out, I changed my mind. I, for the very 1st time, applauded something he has done. Apart from that, I haven't seen anything so impeccable done by him.

@ Jeremy J Camilleri

I am not a diehard Nationalist. Again, I have to prove you wrong. I thought Nostradamus had more brains.


And for the records, I AM NOT UNCOMFTABLE WITH "Muscat`s success and high approval ratings". Can you please do not imagine stuff, or perhaps not dream of it? You are so presumptuous.

Micahel Cutajar

Sep 19th 2008, 11:46

@ Jeremy J Camilleri
Well Jeremy. Keith Borg Micallef `s comments are best discribed as bizarre. Denial of reality. Both him and J Martinelli are somewhat uncomfortable with Muscat`s success and high approval ratings.

Jeremy J Camilleri

Sep 19th 2008, 11:01

Keith Borg Micallef: I quote
"When he will make something good, as so far I have seen none, I might see it differently."

Now even die hard Nationalists have seen some positives in Mr.Muscat..You have not...In your book Muscat has not done anything positive....

No need to be a Nostradamus you see...Just a plain pragmatist who has had countless discussions with people like you...

Victor Laiviera

Sep 19th 2008, 08:49

Mr. Bob Nock:

Cooption is a compromise between strict democracy and practicality. When a person who has been elected to parliament resigns, his seat is filled by means of a bye-election (also called a casual election).

When a person who has been elected through a bye election leaves, the seat is filled through cooption, rather than another bye election.

The constitution stipulates that, as far as possible, the person co-opted is to espouse the same principles and ideologies as the person who resigns.

It is interesting to note that 3 out of our 4 most recent Prime Ministers (Mifsud Bonnici, Fenech Adami and Sant) entered parliament for the first time through cooption.

Michael Cutajar

Sep 19th 2008, 08:24

@ Bob Nock

Dear Sir. Let me explain to you how unelected people in Britain become Ministers. There is the house of lords and the house of commons in the UK. Now all persons in the house of commons are elected. Those in the house of lords are appointed. The Prime Minister can pick up any person from the house of lords and appoint him Minister. That is why it is called a Government of ALL the talents

J Martinelli

Sep 19th 2008, 01:16

Good luck to our beloved Leader!
The "beloved leader" is taking his seat in parliament.
Why don't we all thank God for having such politicians as Dr.Muscat ?
I look forward to Dr. Muscat's contribution towards the well being of the Maltese people.
GOOD LUCK LEADER !!!

Control Room - please roll back the tape to 1992!

Listen - Same comments - same hopes - only the name is different. Hear that one again -'Good luck leader!'

As if being a good political leader is a matter of luck !!

V Fenech

Sep 19th 2008, 01:01

The pudding of Borg Micallef Bianchi seems to be another recipe from the kitchen of the monsinjur.

A big "please" for both of you; do not try to turn such issues into filthy ones which the PN tries to take into its own advantage. You seem to be new here, newborns of the boring blue generation that chooses to criticise Labour in whatever it does. We all know that PN supporters are trying to grab with something in pursuit of deluding the readers of Gonzi's failures. Therefore, Stop being pathetic!!

"When he will make something good, as so far I have seen none, I might see it differently."

At least, Muscat has managed to uncover the arrogant way that people like you behave in. He has also gained Malta's trust from the par idejn sodi who lies about everything, tricks workers and charges false rates. That's the tiniest part of his 100 days, there are lots of other surprises waiting for your party!!

Go get them Joseph!! And a big good luck to all members in Labour's parliamentary group...

Antoine Vella

Sep 18th 2008, 23:48

@Kevin Borg & Co
Look who comparing to " il Duce"!?!?!? The supporters of a Party , the Nationalist Party ,that under the helm of Nerico Mizzi , wanted Malta to be part of Italy which at that time, was under Benito Mussolini and all the Fascist friends!!!!
And about who is more credible and loved with people, look out for the latest polls and you ll see who 's leading whom!
Again good luck beloved Leader!

Antoine

michael fenech

Sep 18th 2008, 22:57

Best wishes to you Dr. Muscat from Toronto Canada

K.Chircop

Sep 18th 2008, 22:42

Now I understand why all this fuss about Dr.Muscat being co-opted to House?

He has already proven to be a cut above the rest with his way of doing politics and his vision for future political debates in Malta. It's the kind of politics that draws the younger generation to think rational and be truthful to your people. Something that the moderates and most of the Maltese want.

Not for the blue-eyed boys of course. They want to continue manipulating the truth so that it covers up the huge mess in finances they put Malta in. They want continue deceiting the us by saying that the surcharge is subsidised at 95% (sic) when the oil prices are going down, and adjusting the tax bands only to discover that they overspent to win the election and now there are no funds left for us. What they're not saying is that they were banking on getting cash from the MDD privatisation and now it turned all sour because the EU does not allow such nuisance. They might take half of the Maltese for a ride but not EU.

What a shame on this government and all those who continue finding false excuses.

Charles J Buttigieg

Sep 18th 2008, 22:34

@ Bob Noch. Co-option is a constitutional right given to a political party represented in parliament to choose a party member to occupy a seat which has been vacated by a member of parliament which was elected through a by- election. You do not need to suggest it to the British Parliamentarians as the British Government was in fact the originator of that system here. That vehicle has been with us since the colonial years.

Charles J Buttigieg

Sep 18th 2008, 22:05

Part two.
The man has a hard task ahead’ if you believe in his capabilities like I do help him, send in your suggestions, stand up when you disagree and you will be respected. If on the other hand you support the PN good luck to you and I will respect your choice. Whenever you disagree with Labour air your voice and be strong about the issue. And you will also be respected

simon amato

Sep 18th 2008, 22:04

GOOD LUCK JOSEPH!. I MUST ADMIT THAT I ALWAYS
PREFERED DR GORG ABELA. NOW THAT JOSEPH IS THERE IN MY OPINION HE IS DOING A GOOD JOB. ITS TRUE THAT ONLY FEW MONTHS PASSED FROM HIS VICTORY IN THE LEADERSHIP ELECTIONS BUT I AM HAPPY THAT HE IS NOT A NEGATIVE PERSON. HE HAS THE MUCH NEEDED CHARISMA AND THAT HE REALLY LISTEN TO WHAT OTHER PEOPLE WANT TO TELL HIM. HE ALWAYS REPLY IMMEDIATELY TO EMAILS FOR EXAMPLE..

Charles J Buttigieg

Sep 18th 2008, 22:02

Part one
Our Beloved Leader, Sant’s poodle, Joey, The used car salesman and yes it has now started- Dr.Zero. What has this got to do with politics? It’s not even humorous its simply childish and demeans the person who uses these adjectives. I wonder if there exists another country in the world with a base mentality like ours.

Laurence Gonzi is trying hard to do what he thinks is good for our Country, I do not agree with his politics and I criticize him and the PN harshly but never tried to ridicule him because the man has his dignity and a lot of good points and strengths.

Joseph Muscat is a person I truly admire and the PL is fortunate to have him as its Leader. I had praised him and criticised him in public and I know that he welcomes constructive criticism more than he is pleased with praise. I know that he smiles when friends mention to him some of the nicknames but he is totally indifferent otherwise.

Kevin Zammit

Sep 18th 2008, 21:07

@joe grima
I was quite pleased with that joke! How dare you? Tsk ... Tsk ... As if with all the titles applied to dear beloved kim you can argue? :)

@mr. Nock
in your natural british characteristic so well enshrined by orwell through a goat ... Well noted.

if i do get you right I also thought the same thing ...

is this the reason why so late in the day to be given a seat? The poor chick must have tried very hard to be spared the embarassment of being given a second hand chair. After all let's face it, 3 (or was it 4 ... Sorry lost count!) odd elections ago we where all saying "Alfred who?".

I see the earhquakes of change are coming along just fine.

Hey! If a prez candidate can do it why not Muscat?

Enzo Caruana

Sep 18th 2008, 20:02

@Kevin Borg

Labour elected a new leader last June and now Dr Muscat is taking his duties as Leader of the Opposition. So what is all this fuss you are kicking about.

As regards idolisation, do you remember "Min hu bhal Eddie"? Is your memory that short not to remember how the March elections were turned into a personality cult jamboree extolling Lawrence Gonzi's safe pair of hands and presenting him as God's gift to the nation to the extent of morphing the Nationalist Party into Gonzipn.

Last point. You do not have to wait for the next budget to protest against being let down by Gonzi's broken promises. We already had declarations and indications from your party that promises made before elections are not to be taken seriously. So start voicing your protests now.

Keith Borg-Micallef

Sep 18th 2008, 19:49

@ Jeremy J Camilleri

Well, and what makes you think that??

He has to do something good in the first place and I would then have to criticize that too. Only then would you be able to affirm such a statement: “Keith Borg-Micallef, no matter what Joseph Muscat does, you'll never manage to acknowledge it being good.... lets admit it, ejja…” – Quoting Nostradamus, also known as Jeremy J Camilleri.

Do not be so presumptuous, “ejja…”

Alfred Grima

Sep 18th 2008, 18:56

Dear Mr Nock, if you really wanted to know how the system works re-co option, all you had to do is to ask the Electoral Commission. I am sure that would be the perfect place. But unfortunately I doubt your intentions.

Raymond Barbara

Sep 18th 2008, 18:54

@Kevin Borg

I really pity you. This is why Malta can never be a nation like all other European nations.

Anyway there is no point in discussing clean politcs with people of your sort.

Sorry for that mate !!

Jeremy J Camilleri

Sep 18th 2008, 18:19

Kevin Borg....No cases of corruption against ministers were proven during 1981-1987.Does that mean that there was no corruption at the time?

As for the pontifical mass and using God...well...God isn't usually used by the Labour party to win elections....now, there is another party in Malta that has used God to win votes before....

Keith Borg Micallef, no matter what Joseph Muscat does, you'll never manage to acknowledge it being good.... lets admit it, ejja..

Kevin Borg

Sep 18th 2008, 17:08

@ Raymond Barbara

If I were you I would not step in the corruption field. Its messy. There are some dragons in it that come from the PAPB of the 1980's that might bite you. Beware.

Any way if I am not mistaken no one is guilty until proven and the mud slinging in pre-election was never proven. All cases went infront of the police commisioner and until now he found no one guilty.

But please stop about this corruption pie in the sky. We were sick of it in February when the Labour party gave us a good dose of this corruption venom.

Bob Nock

Sep 18th 2008, 16:45

Being a foreigner (a Brit) living in Malta could someone please explain to me how a person can be co-opted into parliment.

Who would this unelected person represent? And by what mandate?

I am not trying to critisise any political party or the process by which this action is taken. I am merely enquiring as to how the process works.

Perhaps we could use it in the UK to replace some politicians without the need for an (bye) election.

Keith Borg-Micallef

Sep 18th 2008, 16:29

@ Raymond Barbara

Are you for real, Mr. Barbara? Your reply was a bit to pitiable. I cannot see any plausible reason for which I should thank God for having endowed our country with Dr Muscat… When he will make something good, as so far I have seen none, I might see it differently.

Raymond Barbara

Sep 18th 2008, 16:28

@Kevin Borg

Dear Friend, kindly note that whatever you think may not always be the truth.
I do not intend to offend anyone here but it seems to me that you wear dark blue goggles all your life.
Also maybe you haven't heard of any wrong doings from corrupt politicians ??

I look forward to read your messages when this promise would be turned down.
Well maybe you will still find some excuse about that too.

I feel sorry to argue on these matters.

Raisa Bianco-Bianchi

Sep 18th 2008, 16:22

@Raymond Barbara: I cannot fathom the reply you gave to Mr. Borg-Micallef. It sounded a bit, well, whacky. As for what regards the budget, I too hope PN will maintain what they promised.

Nevertheless, why are we to be grateful to have politicians like Dr. Muscat?? I cannot comprehend that... So far, I've seen no real stuff being implemented. All the changes promised by him resulted in a storm in a tea cup! Mr Azzopardi still being there is an explicit example of that. Wait, perhaps he has magic! Ever watched the “Forever Young” clip on YouTube? Maybe he’ll remain eternally young… Hope his ideas will suit the young too, since he feels “one of us.”

Kevin Borg

Sep 18th 2008, 16:12

@ Raymobd Barbara

I hope you are not thinking of holding a pontifical mass to thank god for sending on earth Dr.Muscat!

Some times I wonder were your toughts come from. But than again I remember that you are the same persons that used to call Dom Mintoff is-salvatur. The god like status is something the Labour supporters need. They have been brought up to think that the leader, or il-mexxej as you call him, is the one to hold high in your list of those to adore and glorify. That is the difference between the Nationalists and the Labour supporter. I can tell you that if Dr. Gonzi will not keep his promise about the tax cuts in the next budget, I will be the first one to voice my opinion that we have been cheated.

To you this may seem unbeleivible, but to those brought up in a thinking environment it is possible to critises the leader of the party you voted for.

Hope you learn to analise what is being said without the red goggles infront of your eyes because if you removed them it I think you would pray to God this one turns up right.

Joe Grima

Sep 18th 2008, 16:01

Pyongyang does not refer to the leader as "our beloved leader" but as " The Great Immortal Leader". Joseph's feet seem to be firmly implanted so I guess he will not feel comfortable with any surrealistic titles. Just let the man get on with the job and judge him , as I am sure he too will want to be judged, i.e.by his performance.

Raymond Barbara

Sep 18th 2008, 15:48

@Keith Borg-Micallef

I would consider another TV special the next Budget Speech. Lets hope the pre election promises are kept !!!

Mainly the income tax reductions !!!

Why don't we all thank God for having such politicians as Dr.Muscat !!!

Jennifer Cosaitis

Sep 18th 2008, 15:41

Good luck Joseph.. You'll need it ..

M.Buhagiar

Sep 18th 2008, 15:29

Good Luck JOSEPH. I am sure your performance would be outstanding 1st for the Country and than for the Party .

By the way!! Didn`t Mr Par Idejn Sodi , yesterday , tell a bunch of supporters gathered at Fosos that Joseph cannot yet find a substitute to take his place in Parliament besides telling them that he was " so happy " with JPO in his team ?? ( Hallih ha jgawdih!!)

Really Pathetic

Once again - GOOD LUCK JOSEPH.

Gerald Fenech

Sep 18th 2008, 15:16

Good luck Joseph. Looking forward to observing and reporting your performance in Parliament

Keith Borg-Micallef

Sep 18th 2008, 14:56

Hey wow! The Labour Party will finally have its leader!

Will they have another TV special for that one? I think they should, perhaps to mark his 1st day of Labour Party leader... Wait, the last TV special marked his 100 days, didn't it?

Victor Cauchi

Sep 18th 2008, 14:47

@ Antoine Vella

You must know that sarcasm is the lowest form of wit. So save your remarks for other blogs where they fit best

Kevin Borg

Sep 18th 2008, 14:46

The "beloved leader" is taking his seat in parliament. Fortunetly Mr. Vella wrote this guff of a reaction on the Web, because if he had not done so I would have thought we have been time warped to the days of 'Il Duce'.

However I understand the feelings of such Labour supporters. After all those years in opposition hearing all that nonsense and fuss about a water pipe that leaked at Mater Dei, someone like Dr. Muscat, altough not so fresh as some think, makes one feel joy and hope. Its like a breeze on a September day that makes you feel like winter is coming but in reality winter is still far away.

Labour needs to realise that Dr.Muscat needs to prove himself. All the bla, bla, bla of the latest press conferences and apperances on One tv are a far cry from ones ability to lead a party and in the furure a nation.

However as we live in a civilised country, and not in the dark ages of the 1980's when the national TV used to broadcast run rabbit run tunes, I sincerly wish Dr.Muscat all the best for his new post as leader of the oppostion.

mario scerri

Sep 18th 2008, 14:41

@ Paul Borg

Iz-zmien itina parir kemm se jkun zero Dr Muscat fil-parlament malti. Diga rajna x isarraf fil-parlament ewropew Dr Muscat.

Awguri Dr Muscat.

Michael Vella

Sep 18th 2008, 14:27

@ Antoine Vella

'Beloved Leader'??? What is he? The Pope???

Goodluck Dr. Muscat in your job...lets hope that you are able to bring a breath of fresh air into Maltese politics and not fall into the usual trap of mudslinging that we often see in local politics.

As for you being my leader, apologies but i am my own leader in life, you might, in 5 years time, be the leader of the party i vote for though :)

Daniel Diacono

Sep 18th 2008, 14:21

A W G U R I M E X X E J ;)

Paul Borg

Sep 18th 2008, 14:21

Musical chairs......here we go again..........Another ZERO in parliament:)
Good Luck Joseph.

Kevin Zammit

Sep 18th 2008, 14:19

"Beloved Leader" .... is this Kim Song Ill? ... North Korean illigal immigrants? ... go back to your country!

Charles J Buttigieg

Sep 18th 2008, 13:50

@Antoine Vella . “Good luck to our beloved Leader!
Keep up the good work!
Always after you and Party!” And so say all of us.

Antoine Vella

Sep 18th 2008, 13:05

Good luck to our beloved Leader!
Keep up the good work!
Always after you and Party!

M. Brincat

Sep 18th 2008, 12:56

@ M. Mifsud.

The important thing, in my opinion, is not only to win the next election (many can do that. Even Dr. Sant did that on this first chance, 1996), but to keep MLP on top for more than 1 legislation. Only by doing so can we say that Dr. Muscat is not only a class MEP, but a great party Leader, an unforgettable Prime Minister and an excellent politician with Social Democratic credentials.

Raymond Barbara

Sep 18th 2008, 12:54

While I congratulate Dr.Joseph Muscat for his appointment as MP and Opposition Leader in the coming weeks, I would also thank that MP who is honouring the Labour Party and the country by deciding to resign and co-opt Dr.Muscat.
I sincerely wish that whoever might be will continue to work very closely to our Leader and the Party.
Wishing you both the Best of Luck.

Edward Zammit

Sep 18th 2008, 12:47

All the best Joseph.

Manuel Mifsud

Sep 18th 2008, 12:43

Congratulations and good luck to Dr. Muscat who will soon take up his position as Member of Parliament following his election as leader of the Labour Party. This is, no doubt, an important moment in his career. I understand the sacrifice he will be doing in leaving a lucrative seat as a Member of the European Parliament with all the benefits attached to take up his position in Malta with all the responsibilities he has to shoulder, particularly that of doing his best to prepare the Labour Party for a long awaited victory in the next General Election.

I look forward to Dr. Muscat's contribution towards the well being of the Maltese people.

Ethelbert Schembri

Sep 18th 2008, 12:33

GOOD LUCK LEADER !!!

Dr. John Zammit

Sep 18th 2008, 12:18

I think he is going to be Joe Debono Grech as he has a chance to be elected in the European Parliament as he was a candidate and according to the results the runners up are eithor him or Glenn Beddingfield. Good luck to Joseph Muscat and the one who will take his place as MEP.