.... I proudly call myself a Chinese Malaysian because I am a
native of Malaysia with a Chinese ancestry. I am first and foremost a
Malaysian, and Chinese is an adjective that describes my cultural
heritage. Since multiculturalism is that which makes Malaysia so unique,
using an adjective to complement my national identity as a Malaysian is
a celebration of this diversity.
Why should I be deprived of the right to call myself a full
Malaysian? And why must I be forced to identify myself with the nation
of China when I have never even set foot on Chinese soil? I pledge my
allegiance to no other flag but the Jalur Gemilang.
To those who frequently tell us Chinese Malaysians to balik tongsan,
let me tell you that my tongsan is Kuala Lumpur because I was born here
and I have spent all my life here, with many more to come, Lord
willing. I believe that I have every right to call myself a Malaysian,
and I will certainly not give in to anyone who attempts to rob me of my
proud identity as a Chinese Malaysian.
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