Bridget Welsh

Political bargains in Anwar govt are tearing at fabric of society.

Failure to learn lessons will cause more harm than before.

The polls see race and religion taking a backseat.

Decision is corrosive to fabric of Malaysian democracy.

Govt must address root causes of instability to have stronger administration.

The slow registration and its concentration suggest serious obstacles remain.

The former chief statistician loved Malaysia and believed in its potential.

Umno and PAS are facing off for their future.

While public institutions have strengthened, race relations are deteriorating.

PM must move forward and prioritise Malaysia’s future wellbeing.

At issue will be the level of endorsement for PBB.

The meeting will have greater attention and greater expectations.

Despite being a stronghold, Umno cannot take the seat for granted. 

ANALYSIS | Support for unity govt eroding, especially among Malays and Indians. 

Exploring voting patterns, possible echoing of 2019 Tanjung Piai by-election loss.

Many deciding factors in recent state polls, results should not be over-generalised.

Ethnic voting findings point to a serious concern for Malaysia’s national unity. 

The biggest early test for Anwar’s government is over.

PN may make major inroads in all 6 states. 

The federal governing coalition seems on the defensive while PN attacks.

Voters seem to be getting more of the same from contesting parties.

State leaders who expand state programmes deserve recognition.

BN can no longer rely on security forces as its vote bank. 

Already in its weakest state, things are not looking good for Umno.