Essential from one's prespective

Many hoped that it was going to be an April fools joke including myself but it's here finally - Goods and Service Tax.

There were many reassurances given by ministers that essential items will not be taxed. However, I wondered if there were any ladies in that committee deciding the list.

The thing that really irritates me is that sanitary pads are subjected to the 6% GST! What nonsense is this? It's like we're punished for this normal menstrual cycle that allowed mankind to repopulate. If we can't afford to keep ourselves hygienic during our monthly cycle with sanitary pads, what are we suppose to use?

Those who are savvy and rich enough would have stocked up on their supply. But sooner or later we'll run out and can't escape from this GST. Those of you who have light and short duration of period can start counting how much money you would have saved. Times have just gotten tougher to be a girl.

I propose that there should be a regular review of the items included in the taxation. I hope that Malaysian women will get their voices heard and not be bullied with this new taxation system.