Identity politics cuts both ways, says ex-Bangi MP Kian Ming
Former Bangi MP Kian Ming contends that Pakatan Harapan previously benefited from identity-based appeals to non-Malay voters, much like BN and PN currently mobilise Malay support.
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Amanah Laments Poor Reception for Performance-Based Politics in Negeri Sembilan State Election
Parti Amanah Negara has expressed frustration that Pakatan Harapan's campaign emphasising government achievements and track record failed to gain voter traction in the Negeri Sembilan state election, overshadowed by identity politics and racial messaging from opposition parties.
Anwar calls for generational shift as Malaysia moves beyond identity politics
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia's younger generation to reject divisive identity politics, arguing that future leaders must be selected based on merit and vision rather than perpetuating traditional fault lines.
Pakatan Harapan Must Not Compete on Race and Religion, Says Saifuddin
Pakatan Harapan's secretary-general Saifuddin argues the coalition should avoid matching Umno and Bersatu on Malay issues or PAS on Islamic matters, saying such competition serves no national purpose.
Malaysia Must Prioritise Delivery Over Division, Says Saifuddin Nasution
Pakatan Harapan's Saifuddin Nasution has urged Malaysians to abandon divisive identity politics and assess governments based on concrete achievements in tackling poverty and drug abuse instead.
PKR's Saifuddin Rejects Identity-Based Politics, Pledges Merit-Driven Governance
PKR will not compete with rivals on claims of being 'more Malay' or 'more Islamic', party leader Saifuddin declares. Instead, he urges voters to judge all political parties solely on their performance and policy delivery.
Azalina Cautions Against Divisive Rhetoric as Sanusi's Remarks Stir Debate
UMNO information chief Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has criticized Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Mohd Nor's recent comments about racial belonging, warning that such rhetoric misrepresents Malaysia's constitutional framework and risks inflaming tensions during the Negeri Sembilan state election campaign.
PM Anwar Calls for Focus on Modern Security Threats, Away From Divisive Identity Politics
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that Malaysia risks compromising national security by remaining fixated on divisive identity-based politics, urging the government to confront emerging technological and digital threats instead.