KKB perfect formula to win mixed constituencies, says Pang

The newly minted state assembly legislator Pang Sock Tao believes that the by-election in Kuala Kubu Baharu (KKB) is the perfect formula to win in mixed constituencies.

“The election results prove that defending a mixed constituency requires support from all communities. Even if you aim to push Malay support to 80 percent, it may not be enough,” she said, Malaysiakini reported.

“There are 165 parliamentary seats in Peninsular Malaysia, many of which are mixed constituencies.

“In future elections, should the strategy for mixed constituencies involve fielding Malay candidates to boost Malay votes? Or should we also consider diversity and other ethnic groups?”

She added that there would more diverse and comprehensive considerations for mixed constituencies in the future.

KKB is a mixed constituency with 49.3 percent Malay, 30.6 percent Chinese, 17.9 Indian and 2.1 percent other voters.

In the by-election that took place on 11 May, Pang retained KKB in a four corner fight with a majority of 3,869 votes.

As for campaign tactics, she revealed Pakatan Harapan did not public funds and the two dinners that was held was not organised by the coalition.

“One was in Bukit Chandang, and the other in Kerling. We were invited because many DAP supporters come from Chinese community groups, including temples and various Chinese associations, then we can gather support from these groups.”

“We did not organise lucky draws or entertainment shows. Instead, we held talks across various locations with star speakers.

“I believe that in the 14-day campaign period, the most important thing is how to convey our message through different platforms. I feel that we have not devolved into a group that relies on lucky draws.”

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