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Chinese voters no longer loyal to any party, says MCA sec-gen
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Kirthana Arumugam
Chong Sin Woon says last year’s Sabah election showed voters will shift support if parties fail to deliver on promises
MCA secretary-general Chong Sin Woon said there is growing public dissatisfaction with DAP but warned it doesn’t automatically mean voters will back MCA. (Bernama pic)
KUALA LUMPUR: Voters, particularly those from the Chinese community, can no longer be regarded as guaranteed supporters of any political party, says MCA secretary-general Chong Sin Woon.
Chong said last year’s Sabah state election served as a clear warning that voters will not hesitate to punish those who fail to deliver on their promises.
“Voters’ support, especially that of the Chinese community, can no longer be taken for granted by any party.
“If promises are made but are not fulfilled, voters will surely teach us a lesson,” he said in his speech at the party’s 77th anniversary celebration today.
He added that public dissatisfaction with DAP had become increasingly evident in everyday conversations and on social media.
However, Chong cautioned that dissatisfaction with DAP would not automatically translate into support for MCA.
Looking ahead to the Melaka and Johor state elections and the general election, Chong said MCA must demonstrate full commitment to winning back voter support through sincere service and proactive efforts.
He said the party must work to ensure dissatisfaction with the current government could eventually translate into support for MCA but it should not rely entirely on the weaknesses of others.
“Instead, we must take the initiative, win back the support of every voter, and truly become a force that earns the trust and is chosen by the Chinese community,” he added.
Chong said last year’s Sabah state election served as a clear warning that voters will not hesitate to punish those who fail to deliver on their promises.
“Voters’ support, especially that of the Chinese community, can no longer be taken for granted by any party.
“If promises are made but are not fulfilled, voters will surely teach us a lesson,” he said in his speech at the party’s 77th anniversary celebration today.
He added that public dissatisfaction with DAP had become increasingly evident in everyday conversations and on social media.
However, Chong cautioned that dissatisfaction with DAP would not automatically translate into support for MCA.
Looking ahead to the Melaka and Johor state elections and the general election, Chong said MCA must demonstrate full commitment to winning back voter support through sincere service and proactive efforts.
He said the party must work to ensure dissatisfaction with the current government could eventually translate into support for MCA but it should not rely entirely on the weaknesses of others.
“Instead, we must take the initiative, win back the support of every voter, and truly become a force that earns the trust and is chosen by the Chinese community,” he added.
Chinese voters may soon be supporting PAS.
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