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Former RMAF Officer Major Zaidi Ahmad has been receiving massive support from the public ever since he was fired for lodging a police report over the ineffectiveness of the indelible ink
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During the 'Padah Kerana Benar, Bebas Kerana Salah' forum organised by Bersih, some questioned Major Zaidi for wearing his full uniform when lodging the police report. He replied that he did not think it was wrong as he is proud to serve the country.
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Major Zaidi would not be appealing the court's decision as he would rather be serving the country freely than be in service yet have no freedom to speak
His only disappointment is that he was not given a chance to defend himself during the trial, saying that there must be "something powerful" up there
The punishment may be tough, but Zaidi does not regret his actions. "I do not want to be part of lies. I am a Muslim and it is my responsibility to tell the truth," he said.
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Constitutional law expert Dr Abdul Aziz Bari has commended Major Zaidi as an inspiration for being so committed to the truth
Bersih 2.0 chairperson Maria Chin Abdullah said we need more Major Zaidis in this country, people who are trying to break through the growing culture of fear, silence and suppression
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Malaysians, including the Penang government has rallied behind the 47-year-old father of two, some even going as far as offering him a job
Major Zaidi has politely declined the offers. He would like to work independently at a job that would give him time to serve the country in other ways.
According to Free Malaysia Today, the former pilot has voiced his interest in joining Pakatan Rakyat. Whether he is asked to run as a candidate in GE14 or just help put up party flags, he is ready to follow the party's orders.
For now, he is planning to tour the country and perhaps go on a roadshow to explain the issue that has befallen him. He might also pick up direct selling as there are still bills to be paid.
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