DAP's decision to stay in unity government was expected, says Rafizi Ramli

Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli, a leader of the Malaysian United Party (Bersama), stated that DAP's choice to stay within the unity government was predictable. He argued that political parties find it difficult to relinquish power once they have tasted it, especially when they hold numerous ministerial, deputy ministerial, chief ministerial, state executive, and local council positions.

"So, what makes you think easily that those who voted (in the DAP congress) would say: 'Come on, we feel we are no longer compatible with this party. So, we have to leave and uphold our principles not to be in government'?" Rafizi questioned during a Bersama party tour event.

Rafizi also commented on the internal dynamics of PKR, suggesting the party often revisits past struggles when facing criticism. He observed a similar tendency in DAP, which he believes is frequently using past experiences to reassure members and supporters that leaving the government would lead to a return to opposition status and the loss of their current positions.

He asserted that Bersama is not a "Trojan horse" or an agent for any other party, including Barisan Nasional (BN) and PAS, aiming to weaken Pakatan Harapan (PH). Rafizi believes BN and PAS do not need agents to defeat PH currently, as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is sufficient for that task. He criticized the national political discourse for being overly focused on racial issues, while parties neglect the real-life problems faced by ordinary citizens, such as healthcare and daily living costs.

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So, what makes you think easily that those who voted (in the DAP congress) would say: 'Come on, we feel we are no longer compatible with this party. So, we have to leave and uphold our principles not to be in government'?