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N9 polls: Beginning of an end to multi-racial governance
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 2, 2026: In a very, very serious note, the Negri Sembilan (N9) elections results is nothing short of the beginning of the end to multi-racial governance for Malaysia.
The massive electoral victory of the Taliban-like PAS-led Perikatan Nasional (PN-PAS) and racial and religious bigoted BN-Umno pencuri-pencuri (thieves) is certainly a prelude to the establishment of Taliban-like governments/Islamic State Government.
And, MCA and MIC are helping PAS and Umno to install Taliban-like/Islamic State governments!
And that type of governance will be on track to be realised as long as Pakatan Harapan’s NATO (No Action Talk Only) Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim continues with “business as usual” all the way to the next general election (GE16).
Anwar will also, bring down with him not only PKR but DAP and Amanah as well.
And, PH is on track to losing in another state elections soon, likely in Melaka.
The only way for Anwar and PH to survive GE16 is to act against the threats to national unity and harmony posed by racial and religious bigoted politicians who utter bigotry daily like there is no tomorrow.
Treat 3R (Race, Religion, Royalty) seriously with enforcement action without fear or favour to restore national unity and harmony for a conducive socio-economic environment for investors, both local and foreign.
And, why is DAP, (MCA 2.0), an Anwar bootlicker still working with Umno? Do you have no honour and integrity whatsoever?
And, DAP secretary-general was really given the boot for Umno’s No.1 lap dog (chow kow) MCA.
And no one understands what is in Anwar’s political mind - why is he still maintaining that Umno is his friend and keeping Umno in the Cabinet and Government, thus allowing Umno to grow stronger and do more damage to PH?
Is there a conspiracy by Anwar to destroy PH and join the PAS-Umno political combo?
No News Is Bad News reproduces below various online analysis on how NATO Anwar made things worse for himself and national unity and harmony the past three years+, and also our April 2024 post titled Malaysians at a political crossroad to live under Taliban-like governance:
ANWAR MADE THINGS WORSE FOR HIMSELF
By VP Biden, Malaysiakini reader
The economy and corruption affect everyone.
The opposition only has a race and religion agenda. Anwar didn't counter that; he jumped on the same bandwagon to get Malay votes and lost the non-Malay votes, who felt betrayed by his race rhetoric.
Anwar didn't have to make things worse, but he did.
The Islamic Development Department (Jakim) in every government agency, whatever for in a secular nation, you expected that from PAS.
Some have mentioned he's readying PAS to walk in.
His hand in the temple issues, insults, and pig farms in Selangor, PKR’s jewel in the crown, is not easily forgotten. He was also succumbing to extremist vigilante forces.
Dumping your voter base is not smart.
(Supporters of this view generally argue that Anwar's biggest mistake was not economic management alone, but political positioning. They contend that many non-Malay and reform-minded voters backed him because they expected a stronger reform agenda, a firmer stand against religious extremism, and a more inclusive Malaysian identity. But he failed them…and in turn, they will make him pay.)
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YOURSAY | Anwar made things worse for himself
Yoursay
Published: Jun 17, 2026 9:47 AM
Updated: 9:47 AM
YOURSAY | ’We are looking at a PAS-led federal government next for sure.’
COMMENT | Is it Anwar's last hurrah?
OrangePanther1466: Fairly balanced editorial piece by P Gunasegaram. I had previously predicted that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim may find he has no safe seat to contest in the next general election. He may not even get into Parliament.
It was already apparent since last year that the status and strength of the respective parties mentioned by Gunasegaram. Either PKR or Bersatu will be the worst hit.
Hence, it would make sense if they both could team up for the sake of their respective parties.
Former minister Zaid Ibrahim joining PAS and Hamzah Zainudin kissing Abdul Hadi Awang's hand during the launch of Parti Wawasan Negara are to improve their chances of becoming ministers. In the case of Hamzah, he might be a possible prime minister candidate.
It's all political calculations and nothing about principles or vision.
VP Biden: The economy and corruption affect everyone.
The opposition only has a race and religion agenda. Anwar didn't counter that; he jumped on the same bandwagon to get Malay votes and lost the non-Malay votes, who felt betrayed by his race rhetoric.
Anwar didn't have to make things worse, but he did.
The Islamic Development Department (Jakim) in every government agency, whatever for in a secular nation, you expected that from PAS.
Some have mentioned he's readying PAS to walk in.
His hand in the temple issues, insults, and pig farms in Selangor, PKR’s jewel in the crown, is not easily forgotten. He was also succumbing to extremist vigilante forces.
Dumping your voter base is not smart.
Coward: Just like in the last general election, PAS has the upper hand.
Former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin overplayed his hand the last time.
This time, he will not even get a second chance. It’s Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s time, and he isn’t likely to repeat Muhyiddin's mistake.
East Malaysia parties normally sit on the fence. If they don't, then Anwar will have a better chance.
If Parti Bersama Malaysia co-leader Rafizi Ramli and his allies remained in PKR, Anwar's odds would look much better.
Of course, with Rafizi the master planner, Anwar is more likely to retain votes, but Rafizi is no longer at his service, and there's just so much a master planner can do when your offering is not as attractive as before.
As the ruling coalition, we expect them to take some hits because their policies will definitely alienate some of the electorate. However, that pales in significance compared to what they are losing because of Anwar's decisions.
Even if Anwar gets a second term, he will get more pressure from DAP because DAP will feel the pressure to make its political presence felt.
For a Better World: Undoubtedly, Malaysian politics is undergoing an earth- shattering time in the last three months.
These political events and uncertainties will become clear just before the 16th general election.
The writer states that Anwar will ride out the storm, with a few falls here and there, and will be ready for the general election.
I believe the political complexities will pervade and exist until the general elections, and will get increasingly destabilising.
The Chinese-based parties, especially DAP, may secure a higher percentage of Chinese support and may garner more Indian voters.
This is mainly due to the anxiety of the Islam-centred PAS becoming a powerful force and making a serious attempt to rule the nation.
I also believe the Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections would be a strong factor in deciding when the general election would be held.
If PKR and DAP candidates do well, the general election will be held soon, maybe within six to seven months.
But if Umno and PAS do well, then Anwar will have a serious headache, as the present coalition government may break up!
Milshah: I'm still not convinced about Bersama. Sorry Gunasegaram. If you look at Bersama, it has the same trajectory as Muda in the early days.
Everyone was applauding, celebrating, and whatever. Then the poll results came, with Muda crashing, losing deposits, and everyone started condemning them, accusing them of being spoilers and whatnot.
When everyone thinks the party can win, all praise; when the party is down, they are condemned.
Bottom line, I don't believe in the praises people are giving Bersama. All talk. They will turn on Bersama the moment the party falls.
Bersama needs to focus and get those votes; at least don't lose deposits.
BlackQuokka1182: Eighteen months is a long time. I, too, expect Anwar to serve the full term.
It all boils down to the economy and young people getting jobs if he can show improvement in that, and if people feel it, he will win for sure. So, I won't rule Anwar out yet.
Outlier: Serves Anwar right. He should have protected his core vote bank instead of going after what he can’t get and pander to them endlessly.
And now he stands to lose everything, and if he doesn’t resign before then, it will be the most humiliating result he will ever encounter.
Anwar will bring Amanah and DAP down along with him. We are looking at a PAS-led federal government next for sure.
My thoughts:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Alx232GWDdc ("The Chinese Have China, The Indians Have India, The Malays Have Only the Malay Land")
1. The central problem is the implied question: Who truly belongs to Malaysia?
A Malaysian Chinese is not a Chinese citizen of China. A Malaysian Indian is not an Indian citizen of India. Their ancestors may have historical roots elsewhere, but their citizenship, home, loyalty and future are in Malaysia.
Many Malaysian Chinese and Indians were born here, their parents were born here, and their families have lived here for generations. They have contributed to the economy, public service, education, culture, security and development of Malaysia.
To tell them, explicitly or implicitly, “You have another country to go to” is profoundly insensitive and potentially divisive.
The simple answer is:
Malaysia is the homeland of Malaysians - Malay, Chinese, Indian, Dayak, Kadazan-Dusun, Orang Asli and all other citizens.
2. Sanusi's argument is historically and politically dangerous
I can understand the concern about Malay economic participation and political power. Those are legitimate issues that can and should be debated seriously.
But the solution to Malay economic challenges is not to suggest that fellow Malaysians of Chinese or Indian descent have another country to return to.
That argument is also logically flawed. If ancestry determines where one belongs, then practically every modern society becomes impossible. Malaysia itself has always been shaped by migration, trade, intermarriage and interaction among peoples.
And from a Sarawak perspective, we know that Malaysia is much more complex than a simplistic “Malay versus non-Malay” framework. The Dayak peoples, Sabahans and Sarawakians have their own histories, identities and indigenous rights. We cannot build a stable Malaysia by reducing the country to one ethnic narrative.
3. Hadi's use of “pendatang” is even more troubling because it turns political disagreement into an ethnic hierarchy
One can criticize DAP. One can disagree with its ideology. One can debate Islam, secularism, constitutional rights and the role of the Malay-Muslim majority.
But describing DAP members as “pendatang brought in by colonialists” crosses a very dangerous line. It suggests that political opponents and by implication, the communities associated with them are somehow less authentically Malaysian.
A person does not become less Malaysian because he or she supports DAP.
We must be able to say:
I strongly disagree with your politics, but you are still my fellow Malaysian.
That is the foundation of democracy.
4. The danger is not only the words themselves, it is the political strategy behind them
When politicians repeatedly tell one community that:
their political power is under threat;
other communities are taking over;
fellow citizens are “pendatang”;
political opponents are traitors to their race;
other Malaysians supposedly have another country to return to;
They create fear, suspicion and resentment.
This is how racial politics becomes dangerous. It changes the political conversation from:
“How do we solve poverty, unemployment, corruption, education, housing and economic inequality?” to “Which race owns the country?”
That is a very dangerous direction.
5. We must be fair: Malay concerns are legitimate but racial scapegoating is not
I would not say that every concern about Malay economic advancement is racist. Nor should we dismiss the legitimate historical position of the Malays or the constitutional framework protecting the position of the Malays and the indigenous peoples of Sabah and Sarawak.
But protecting legitimate constitutional rights is completely different from promoting ethnic insecurity and questioning the belonging of fellow citizens.
There is a huge difference between:
We must ensure that Malays are not left behind economically.
and:
The Chinese have China, Indians have India, while Malays only have Tanah Melayu.
The first is a legitimate socioeconomic concern. The second risks creating an ethnic ownership narrative about the country.
My sincere view:
I believe Malaysia's greatest danger is not Malays, Chinese, Indians, Dayaks or any community. The danger is politicians who deliberately turn Malaysians against one another for electoral advantage.
Malaysia does not need politicians who constantly ask:
Which race owns Malaysia?
We need leaders who ask:
How do we make Malaysia work for every Malaysian?
And, as a Sarawakian and Dayak, I would add this: Malaysia is not owned by one race alone. It is a constitutional federation built by many peoples, including the indigenous peoples of Sabah and Sarawak. Our future must be based on mutual respect, constitutional rights, citizenship and shared responsibility not on repeatedly questioning whether fellow Malaysians truly belong.
My conclusion is clear: yes, this is racial politics, and it is dangerous. It should be challenged firmly, but responsibly. We should condemn the rhetoric without descending into counter-racism or attacking entire communities. The answer to racial politics is not another form of racial politics. The answer is a stronger Malaysian identity, constitutional respect, good governance and leaders mature enough to unite rather than divide.
Malaysians at a political crossroad to live under Taliban-like governance
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Malaysians at a political crossroad to live under Taliban-like governance
KUALA LUMPUR, April 8, 2024: Malaysians and Malaysia are in a political dilemma and “sane” governance.
They are left with no choice but to live in a Taliban-like governance.
When the next general is held in 2027, there is no choice but to elect “despicable” political parties that waste precious time on racial and religious bickering instead of focusing on productive matters to heal Malaysia’s more than RM3 trillion (national debt + household debt) debt-ridden economy.
The question now is who is more racial and religious bigoted: Pakatan Harapan (PH), PAS, Perikatan Nasional (PN) or the Umno-led Barisan Nasional (BN).
Bersatu (a component party in PN) Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said the controversy over the design of a shoe logo, viewed as resembling the Arabic script for the word “Allah”, has made Islam “look very petty and bad”.
He said in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that Muslims should not be so paranoid as to think that everything is a challenge to Islam.
“Our actions need to be based on knowledge and not blind emotion.”
And lawyer activist Siti Kasim posted this on X:
Siti Kasim
@sitikasim
Simply despicable
@fahmi_fadzil
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What a sad situation for Malaysians and Malaysia.
No News Is Bad News reproduces below a news report on what Wan Ahmad Fayhsal said and our previous postings on the issues:
Shoe logo row makes Islam look petty, says Bersatu man
FMT Reporters
-08 Apr 2024, 12:09 AM
Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal says Muslims should not be so paranoid as to think that everything is a challenge to Islam.
Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said Muslims must act based on knowledge and not blind emotion.
PETALING JAYA: A Bersatu leader said the controversy over the design of a shoe logo, viewed as resembling the Arabic script for the word “Allah”, has made Islam “look very petty and bad”.
Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that Muslims should not be so paranoid as to think that everything is a challenge to Islam.
He said: “Our actions need to be based on knowledge and not blind emotion.”
The Bersatu Youth chief compared the shoe controversy to the case of socks imprinted with the word “Allah” and said in the case of the latter, the offence was clear.
However, in the case of Vern’s shoes, there was nothing against Islamic law, he said.
On nonsense reports
Wan Fayhsal, a former deputy minister for national unity, also said the mass media should stop reporting “such nonsense” for hits. “Islam is not the religion for stupid people,” he said.
The shoe company, Vern’s Holding Sdn Bhd, has apologised for the logo design, taken steps to stop sales of the shoe, and offered refunds to customers.
The company said shortcomings in the design of the logo, imprinted on the sole, “was inspired by the image of interconnected lines resembling a high-heeled shoe” but acknowledged the shortcomings in the design that could lead to misinterpretation.
Police are currently investigating the case while officials in Johor have seized several pairs of the shoes from Vern’s shop in Johor Bahru.
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Malaysians, lets take on the Bangsa Boikot: Boycott Vern’s shoes
KUALA LUMPUR, April 7, 2024: To all law-abiding-peace-loving Malaysians - take on the Bangsa Boikot (Boycott Race) and boycott Vern’s shoes nationwide.
The spineless Vern’s Holding Sdn Bhd yielded to the threat of the racial and religious bigoted Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and quickly apologised for “nothing”.
The company has thus, indirectly supported/encouraged Akmal and his scare tactics that are threatening national unity and harmony - not forgetting the damage it is doing to the economic environment.
has apologised for selling shoes with a logo resembling the word Vern’s apologised for selling shoes with a logo resembling the word “Allah” in Arabic printed on the soles but Akmal’s allegations against the company were seriously doubtful.
Lawyer activist Sita Kasim posted this on Facebook:
OMG!! What is wrong with this fella ??
Siti’s “fella” refers to Akmal.
And youth party Muda wants Akmal not to waste time on non issues.
Muda vice president Zaidel Baharuddin said if such demands were continued, soon people would be asking window manufacturers or ship anchor manufacturers to explain why there are cross marks on their products.
And, why no furore over this 2017 issue from Akmal? The "insult" is even clearer, isn't it?
No News Is Bad News reproduces below related reports on the issue:
MALAYSIA
Stop this stupidity please, Muda tells Akmal
Muda wants Akmal not to waste time on non issues.
Updated 1 hour ago · Published on 07 Apr 2024 8:19PM
YOUTH party Muda has urged Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh to stop creating an issue out of nothing.
Referring to Akmal’s latest salvo against a local shoe brand over a design which allegedly features the word "Allah" on its sole, Muda vice president Zaidel Baharuddin said Akmal was playing up superficial issues to seek attention and get an immediate reaction.
“Muslims and Malays in Malaysia are facing a crisis of high commodity prices at a time when the ringgit is extremely weak.
“Most also have negative sentiments towards the government today and we can see it through the response to government initiatives such as PADU registration.
“In the midst of this angst and crisis of trust, Umno Youth which is part of the government decides to play up superficial issues because they want attention and get an immediate reaction,” Zaidel said in a statement.
Zaidel also said that if such demands are continued, soon people will be asking window manufacturers or ship anchor manufacturers to explain why there are cross marks on their products.
“It is unfortunate when our politics is overwhelmed by individuals playing up such sentiments for short-term reactions, and it is even more unfortunate that these people are some of those who hold the reins of power.
“Please, stop this stupidity, can't you look for other activities that are more beneficial?” he said.
Earlier today Akmal said in a Facebook posting that the local shoe brand must clarify if one of its shoe designs depicts the word “Allah”.
“I read a posting that said it was a logo that depicted a high heel with its straps, and that is what I see too.
“There is logic in this, but whatever it may be, we urge the local company to issue an immediate clarification.
“If there is no explanation in 24 hours, then don’t blame us if we boycott your product afterwards,” he said. – April 7, 2024.
Vern’s apologises for shoe logo resembling Arabic text for ‘Allah’
Amirul Aiman
-07 Apr 2024, 06:21 PM
The company acknowledges that there are shortcomings in the logo’s design that could offend Muslims.
Vern’s Holding Sdn Bhd said it has taken immediate steps to cease the sale of the shoes and is prepared to refund customers who have purchased them. (X pic)
PETALING JAYA: Vern’s Holding Sdn Bhd has apologised for selling shoes with a logo resembling the word “Allah” in Arabic printed on the soles.
In a statement, the company’s management said the logo was inspired by the image of interconnected lines resembling the strap of a high-heeled shoe.
“The management would like to humbly apologise and seek forgiveness. We hope for compassion so we can rectify this mistake,” it said.
The company’s management explained that the logo was inspired by the image of interconnected lines resembling the strap of a high-heeled shoe.
“We acknowledge that there are shortcomings in the logo’s design that could lead to misinterpretation, thereby offending the feelings of many parties.
“We have absolutely no intention of designing a logo aimed at belittling or insulting any religion or belief.”
It said it has taken immediate steps to cease the sale of the shoes and is prepared to refund customers who have purchased them.
Vern’s said the incident is a valuable lesson for the company to be more careful when making any decisions.
Earlier today, religious affairs minister Na’im Mokhtar said the Islamic development department (Jakim) would investigate a company that purportedly sold shoes with their logo resembling the word “Allah”, in Arabic, printed on the soles.
He also called for all parties to remain calm and provide space for Jakim and the authorities to investigate the matter.
In a Facebook post that went viral earlier today, a man said he bought the shoes from the company’s outlet in Kuantan.
He shared a video showing the shoe and its sole after taking it out of the packaging.
The police report he lodged into the matter at the Kuantan police station this afternoon states that the case is being probed under Section 298 of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act (CMA) 1998
Section 298 of the Penal Code deals with intentionally wounding the religious feelings of others while Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act cites misuse of network facilities to cause offence.
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 2, 2026: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim closed his campaigning for the Negri Sembilan (N9) elections with a wide-ranging speech that squarely blamed previous governments for the financial troubles plaguing Tabung Haji and Felda, while pushing back at critics who accused his Madani Unity Government (UG) of neglecting Malay interests.
Pakatan Harapan chairman Anwar Ibrahim at his final Negeri Sembilan campaign event last night, in support of G Manivannan, the PH candidate in Jeram Padang. (Facebook pic)
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 2, 2026: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Pakatan Harapan (PH)’s loss of the Negri Sembilan (N9) government yesterday signals the rise of the racial and religious bigoted Umno pencuri-curi and the Taliban-like PAS political combo.
THE rise of racial and religious bigoted lawmakers, forming Taliban-like/Islamic governments;
