Bridget Welsh

Pessimists may say it is hopeless but they are wrong.

Voters are going where there might be the most security.

Subdued state polls have the makings of a historic one.

Let's review what Malacca's voting patterns tell us about the state's politics.

On the surface, the results show Abdul Hadi Awang's dominance.

The new Pemulih package seems to be more of the same without a concerted effort to plan ahead.

Muhyiddin’s leadership has been damaged but he holds incumbent power in a highly centralised system.

What happens (or does not happen) over the next few weeks will determine who will helm Malaysia.