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Thomas Fann's journey: From pastor to street movement leader

Thomas Fann's journey: From pastor to street movement leader

Former Bersih chairperson shares his activism journey.
Citing ‘no-confidence’ vote, Fann steps down as Bersih chair

Citing ‘no-confidence’ vote, Fann steps down as Bersih chair

UPDATED 1.08PM | He will remain as caretaker until a new chairperson is elected.
State polls not referendum on federal govt, Bersih reminds voters

State polls not referendum on federal govt, Bersih reminds voters

Elections are about governance of the states, says Bersih chair Fann.
Fearing govt collapse, Bersih calls for reforms soon

Fearing govt collapse, Bersih calls for reforms soon

'Parliamentary reforms are needed to bring long-term political stability.'
Saifuddin’s decision raises concerns over transparency, integrity - NGOs

Saifuddin’s decision raises concerns over transparency, integrity - NGOs

Government must remove home minister’s discretionary powers over ROS’ decision. 
Sabah Bersatu exodus will put anti-hopping law to the test

Sabah Bersatu exodus will put anti-hopping law to the test

Questions arise if the MPs have to vacate their seats.
Bersih: 'Irresponsible' if GE15 called early at rakyat's expense

Bersih: 'Irresponsible' if GE15 called early at rakyat's expense

UPDATED 7.59PM | 'Taxpayer money should be better used.'
Bersih calls on S'wak govt to lift entry ban on chairperson

Bersih calls on S'wak govt to lift entry ban on chairperson

Thomas Fann has been barred from entering the state since 2016.
Bersih launches 'Voter Supremacy' campaign with 6 demands ahead of GE15

Bersih launches 'Voter Supremacy' campaign with 6 demands ahead of GE15

'It's time for people to assert their supremacy in a parliamentary democracy.'
Bersih pushes for recall elections at state level

Bersih pushes for recall elections at state level

Its chairperson hopes the recall procedure law will strengthen Malaysian democracy and stabilise the country.

Sack or keep? Bersih to stage mock recall election using Tebrau as model

Sack or keep? Bersih to stage mock recall election using Tebrau as model

We saw the frustration of voters and decided to develop an e-voting platform, says the Bersih chairperson.

Localised emergencies an option to delay elections after Aug 1

Localised emergencies an option to delay elections after Aug 1

Elections amid pandemic still pose risk of exacerbating infection rates.

Thomas Fann retained as Bersih chair

Thomas Fann retained as Bersih chair

Former committee member Dr Abdul Halim Yusof is now deputy chairperson.

Bersih urges Zuraida not to surrender in push for local elections

Bersih urges Zuraida not to surrender in push for local elections

Its chairperson says there is a need to discuss the matter with facts and data.

Bersih chairperson under investigation over Sheraton Move protests

Bersih chairperson under investigation over Sheraton Move protests

Fann refuses to answer police questions and chooses to answer in court.

Bersih's Thomas Fann to be questioned over 'Sheraton Move' protest

Bersih's Thomas Fann to be questioned over 'Sheraton Move' protest

UPDATED 4.45PM | Bersih on Feb 29 called for the public to attend a protest over the collapse of the elected government.

Bersih disagrees with Zahid, says political appointments conflict of interest

Bersih disagrees with Zahid, says political appointments conflict of interest

Politicians who want to run GLCs are told to first resign as MPs or assemblypersons.

NGOs tell PM, Dr M and Anwar to end political impasse together

NGOs tell PM, Dr M and Anwar to end political impasse together

'They need to come together and strike a new deal to bring political stability to the country,' says Bersih.

Think tank: Proposed PR election system could lead to better lawmaking

Think tank: Proposed PR election system could lead to better lawmaking

Without being bogged down by playing constituency troubleshooters, lawmakers can focus on Parliament, says intellectual.

Wait until by-election is over to fulfil late MP's wishes - Bersih

Wait until by-election is over to fulfil late MP's wishes - Bersih

Chairperson Thomas Fann says giving out federal funds in Tg Piai could be perceived as an attempt to buy votes.

Anti-Lynas group wants pow-wow with Dr M

Anti-Lynas group wants pow-wow with Dr M

Mahathir supposedly engaged with Lynas before, so SMSL says Mahathir should meet them too before Cabinet decides whether to renew Lynas' license.

Bersih reveals Rantau election offences, chides minister for 'same blood' remark

Bersih reveals Rantau election offences, chides minister for 'same blood' remark

Bersih chief Thomas Fann says political parties no longer bother about the watchdog's complaints.