LETTER | Nurul Izzah Anwar - the 44-year-old who has been through the rough and tumble of high-level politics that many politicians much older than her have not experienced.

She became a significant figure in Malaysian politics during the late 1990s reformasi movement, which arose following the dismissal and subsequent imprisonment of her father, Anwar Ibrahim.

She gained recognition for her articulate and passionate advocacy for justice and political reform, earning the moniker "Puteri Reformasi" (Princess of Reform).

Nurul Izzah's popularity soared among teenage girls in the 90s who saw her as a champion of change.

It's believed that Nurul Izzah's “Puteri Reformasi” image spurred former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad to create the Puteri Umno wing in 2001.

She possesses authority and credibility as a leader, having been rigorously tested over more than 25 years in politics.

Race for PKR No 2 spot

The power struggle for the number two position in PKR has raised the temperature of the political atmosphere.

The "most powerful" number two in PKR after Anwar, Rafizi Ramli, is being challenged by the president's daughter, and both are proving to be equally powerful.

Does Anwar’s silence mean his endorsement?

Although Nurul Izzah possesses her father’s inherent ability to captivate audiences, why is she declining a debate with Rafizi?

Perhaps Nurul Izzah's confidence in securing victory is leading her to avoid it, as she may not want to risk any potential missteps.

More than just a contest of individuals, it is a battle for the party's future vision.

The winner of the election will be positioned as the likely successor to Anwar, who is running unopposed for the PKR presidency, and will play a key role in the party's strategy for the next general election.

Who can make actual change?

Rafizi, with his reputation for data-driven strategies, faces a real test. Will his “formulas” deliver results this time?

We often hear that Rafizi is a strategist, a good speaker, has a great vision, and is always right with his predictions.

Has the failure to deliver on reform promises rendered the talk of reform ineffective? Have those deeply entrenched in corruption remained untouched?

Malaysia's persistent 57th position in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) with a 50/100 score suggests little progress.

If Rafizi wins, will accusations of nepotism cease? Or if Nurul Izzah wins, will PKR be branded a dynastic political entity?

A win would put Nurul Izzah in a prime position to become the next prime minister, assuming the coalition wins the 16th general election.

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