Why we should be concerned over the rise of political Islam

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A first-time elected rep reflects on whether Malaysian politics can ever transcend race, religion

THE Banting state seat in Selangor holds immense significance primarily due to the fact that it is being contested for the first time by an Indian candidate from the Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition.

Nevertheless, electorate in that constituency have demonstrated their support for the PH coalition and party (DAP) rather than focusing solely on the ethnicity of the individual candidate. This positive development highlights the growing trend of Malaysian voters who prioritise party platforms and policies.

It is crucial for all Malaysians to take inspiration from this example and cast their votes based on party and policy considerations. By doing so, we can move away from the divisive influence of race and religion in politics while at the same time, work towards building a better Malaysia that benefits everyone.

It is high time that we put an end to political parties that thrive on corruption and religious bigotry. If necessary, these parties should be held accountable and even be subject to legal consequences that land them in the penitentiary.

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