The Malaysian Malay Society can be divided into many Class or Social Stratas.
We have the Royalty, who play out their own imagined role in Malay pomp and pageantry.
The Elites, who have a grip on the " political pan handle " of Malaysian Politics, with most of the personalities coming from the families of past political leaders in UMNO Politics.
The Carpet Baggers, who " stick close to " and serve the Royalty and the Elite, being the first in line to gather the crumbs left over on the table, or dropped generously onto their lap.
The Amibtious, who make themselves noticeable from the sidelines, either Opposing the Elite and then seeking their forgiveness for their supposedly foolishness; or challenging the Elites by forming an Opposition.
The Opportunists, who capitalize on the easy and many opportunities made available by the Elites, and using these opportunities as stepping stones to get close or to challenge the Elites.
The Sheeps, who listen and act without thinking; and largely influenced by the herd instincts.
With all the personailities in place, it is very much like the "Wayang Kulit " or " Shadow Play " that is a popular rural Malay entertainment - in which a strong light will project the shadows of figurines from behind a screen.
The politics of Malaysia is very much like " Wayang Kulit " , in which the subtleties and nuances of unexpressed actions carry as much weight as the full display of any decisive actions.
Like the Wayang Kulit, the challenge between UMNO and PAS is a battle between the Elites and the Ambitious, with the backing of the Carpet Baggers, Opportunists, and the Sheep.
The Royalty will sit on the sidelines, and wait till the smoke of the battle is cleared, and wait for the monthly Royal Allowance from whichever sides that win the political battles.
While the earth roll and shake, the Sheep will follow and be herded in whichever direction it is pushed, always in awe of the earth shaking speeches of anyone taller than themselves.