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Reject 'politics of fear,' urges Malaysian leader Mahfuz Omar
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Reject 'politics of fear,' urges Malaysian leader Mahfuz Omar

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Malaysian politician Mahfuz Omar urges citizens to reject politics based on fear, which he says divides society.
  • He advocates for an approach that offers hope, solutions, and a better future for the country.
  • Omar claims that fear-based politics has been historically used to manipulate voters, particularly during elections through manufactured narratives.

Datuk Mahfuz Omar, Vice President of the National Trust Party (Amanah), has called on Malaysians to reject political strategies that rely on fear. He argues that such tactics only serve to fracture society, advocating instead for an approach that fosters hope and provides concrete solutions for the nation's future.

Omar stated that politics of fear has long been a tool used to influence the electorate, especially during election periods. He claims these strategies often involve the creation of divisive narratives designed to sway public opinion and secure votes.

The Amanah leader emphasized the need for a more constructive political discourse. He believes that focusing on fear distracts from addressing the real issues and hinders the country's progress. Instead, he urges a shift towards politics that offers a clear vision and a path toward a better future for all Malaysians.

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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.