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Aminuddin Prefers Small-Group Campaigning

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Pakatan Harapan candidate Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun prefers campaigning in small groups for the Linggi state seat.
  • He believes this approach allows for closer interaction with voters, a method he has used since 2008.
  • Aminuddin acknowledges the challenge of reaching voters in Linggi's many villages but remains committed to meeting as many constituents as possible.

Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun, the Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate for the Linggi state seat, finds campaigning in small groups to be his preferred method. As the Chairman of Negeri Sembilan PH, he asserts that this intimate approach enables him to connect and interact more directly with voters.

Since 2008, I have campaigned like this; if I can sit and chat with one or two people, it's enough because the important thing is that I get to meet them.

— Aminuddin HarunThe Pakatan Harapan candidate described his preferred campaigning style.

Aminuddin stated that this strategy is not new, having employed it since his first election in 2008. He prioritizes face-to-face meetings over large-scale rallies, finding it sufficient to engage in conversations with just one or two individuals. "For me, this is indeed my way. I am more comfortable moving alone or with a small team," he said.

For me, this is indeed my way. I am more comfortable moving alone or with a small team.

— Aminuddin HarunThe candidate explained his preference for smaller campaign groups.

He acknowledged that campaigning in Linggi presents unique challenges due to its numerous villages, which require more time to visit compared to housing areas. "Here, there are many village areas, so movement is rather slow, and that's a bit of a constraint. But I am still trying my best to meet as many voters as possible," Aminuddin explained after meeting Linggi constituents in Pekan Pasir Panjang.

Here, there are many village areas, so movement is rather slow, and that's a bit of a constraint. But I am still trying my best to meet as many voters as possible.

— Aminuddin HarunHe discussed the challenges of campaigning in the rural areas of Linggi.

Despite the logistical hurdles, Aminuddin reported a positive reception from voters so far, though he stressed that the final outcome depends on election day. He expressed confidence in securing good support, emphasizing his commitment to meeting voters of all ethnicities during the short campaign period. He also noted that his position as Menteri Besar does not offer a significant advantage currently, as the state government is functioning as a caretaker administration.

The reception has been Alhamdulillah, maybe they welcome me as the Member of Parliament. It looks okay, but I don't know if that reception will translate into votes.

— Aminuddin HarunThe candidate shared his initial assessment of voter sentiment.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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