Parties are candidates’ pillars of support
WE frequently hear and read in the media about phrases that inspire the hopes and aspirations of candidates. We do not deny that each candidate has a variety of serious and logical recommendations for voters such as proposing answers to the problem of access to a good health system, adequate infrastructure, the quantity and quality […]
Abang Jo hopes for smooth campaigning period
KUCHING: The 14 days campaigning period which starts after nomination closes today (Nov 5) is hoped to run smoothly. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said those campaigning regardless of which political party must conduct it in an orderly manner. He pointed out that the 15th General Election (GE15) will see candidates […]
Sarawak urged to lift entry ban on PKR leaders
MIRI: Parti Keadilan Rakyat has urged Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg to lift the entry ban that is being imposed on several of its key leaders during the upcoming 15th general election (GE15). PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the move would allow them (PKR leaders) to help the […]
Enticing young voters main challenge
KUCHING: The main challenge faced during this 15th general election (GE15) is ways to attract young voters to the polls and vote a party worthy of forming the new government. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine said that even though it would be the first time that these young people are involved as voters, the parties that […]
GPS all set, ready for GE15
KUCHING: Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) is all set for the upcoming 15th General Election (GE15) including campaigning during the election. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said that the state ruling party is ready with its machinery already on the ground and ready to face the election. “GPS has always been complying with the […]
Remembering Tok Nan
BY AZMI BUJANG It was in the morning of January 11, 2017 that I called Dr Cheong, asking him how Tok Nan (former chief minister Pehin Sri Adenan Satem) was doing. Dr Cheong was his physician for three years and the former CM had been admitted to the Sarawak Heart Centre for observation. Dr Cheong […]
Parties urged to conduct campaigns professionally
KUCHING: Political parties campaigning in conjunction with the 12th state election are urged to conduct their campaigns honorably and professionally. Political analyst Prof Datuk Mohd Fadzil Abdul Rahman said they should not raise sensitive issues that could provoke racial strife and an unhealthy atmosphere. “Campaign professionally and respectfully and focus by talking about the party’s […]
Physical election campaigning unlikely, says PBB vice-president
KUCHING: Physical election campaigning is unlikely to be allowed during the coming state polls. Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) vice-president Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the Election Commission (EC) had briefed the Sarawak government that there would be no physical campaigning. However, he did not disclose when the state government was briefed by […]
Reshaping political campaigning
By Mohammad Sardon Zainal Political campaigns are essential to mobilise support for any candidate contesting in elections. Candidates who have large followers, can undeniably do quite well with digital politics. With a good digital infrastructure, candidates can connect with their supporters on a daily basis. This allows them the opportunity to push their message across […]
