Green wave’s slowdown portends state polls showdown: Mahdzir

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KUALA LUMPUR – The green wave that swept through Kedah during the 15th general election is now slowing down, according to state Barisan Nasional chief Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid. 

In that election, the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition emerged victorious, securing an impressive 13 out of the 14 parliamentary seats in the state.

The surge in support for PN led to notable casualties, including former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and his son Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir, who served as menteri besar twice. Both father and son suffered defeat, losing their deposits along the way.

The monumental shift in political fortunes brought about by the green wave seemed to have propelled PN to amass significant votes in November’s national polls.

However, as the dust settles and the political climate changes, the momentum behind the green wave appears to be waning, according to Mahdzir.

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