51. In Singapore, we eschew money politics. 52. Many commentators hoped that the elections would promote political reform and an eventual end to the money politics which have plagued Thailand. 53. Mahathir is battling corruption and money politics in UMNO which have mirrored the rise in general national prosperity. 54. Mahathir said money politics and political corruption among UMNO members were contributing to the serious social decadence assaulting Malaysian society. |