Selangor Election Director: “When One Finger Points Outward, Four Point Back at Us”

KUALA LUMPUR: Public dissatisfaction towards political parties following the Sabah state election should serve as a clear signal, said Selangor State Election Director Dr Sathia Prakash Nadarajan.

He said many voters have expressed fatigue with arrogant leadership styles and internal party conflicts, yet some continue to blame Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for alleged shortcomings in reforms, unity, or governance.

According to Dr Sathia, managing a unity government during a period of political fragility and intense pressure is no easy task, but the Prime Minister has succeeded in stabilising the country, restoring economic momentum and strengthening Malaysia’s global reputation.

“These are not small achievements. They are transformations made despite global uncertainties,” he said.

Dr Sathia said the irony lies in certain leaders who are quick to put the blame on the Prime Minister instead of acknowledging their own shortcomings. Public perceptions of parties, he said, are often shaped by leaders who still display political stubbornness and arrogance—not because reforms have failed.

He stressed that voters were rejecting political arrogance, not Prime Minister Anwar.

“People want leaders who are humble, who work, who listen—not those who speak loudly in the media but fail to change on the ground,” he added.

Dr Sathia said the era of new politics requires new attitudes, and parties that continue practising old political habits should not be surprised when voters distance themselves.

He called on all parties in the unity government to stop the culture of assigning blame and instead begin reflecting on their own weaknesses.

“Cooperation in a unity government is not an option—it is a responsibility. Reform is not a slogan; it is a long journey that requires honesty, patience and humility.”

“Ultimately, the people are not rejecting reform. They are rejecting arrogance,” he said.