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Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has stressed that genuine understanding of the Rukun Negara's five principles, not mere memorization, is vital for combating identity politics and preserving racial harmony in Malaysia's diverse society.
Datuk Mustapha Sakmud, PKR Sabah chairman, calls for Malaysian politics to move beyond racial and religious narratives toward performance-based competition on policies and delivering tangible improvements to citizens' lives.
PKR vice-president Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has called for an end to identity and racial politics, arguing that performance-based governance and economic growth should take precedence in Malaysian politics.
PKR leadership has reaffirmed the party's commitment to inclusive politics at its National Congress in Melaka, urging members to reject divisive racial tactics while respecting constitutional provisions on Islam and Malays.
Former Bangi MP Kian Ming contends that Pakatan Harapan similarly exploited identity politics by mobilising non-Malay voters, drawing parallels with Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional tactics directed at Malay communities.
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Parti Amanah Negara has expressed frustration that Pakatan Harapan's emphasis on government performance failed to sway voters in the Negeri Sembilan election, with identity politics and racial narratives overwhelming the campaign discourse.
Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has called for Malaysians to abandon identity-based political discourse and instead judge governments on their ability to tackle poverty, drug abuse, and economic growth nearly seven decades after independence.