Penang PH can’t be comfortable with good track record, says Chow
Penang PH chief says public perceptions and sentiments spread faster than facts in today's political environment.
Penang Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman Chow Kon Yeow has warned that the coalition cannot afford to be too comfortable with its good track record in governing Penang. In a press conference following a leadership meeting, Chow emphasized that public perceptions and sentiments can significantly impact voter behavior, often outranking solid evidence and facts.
Despite the government's achievements in stability, integrity, economic growth, job creation, and policy implementation, Chow stressed that these successes must be effectively communicated to the public to translate into votes. He acknowledged that many of PH's accomplishments have been overlooked due to delayed explanations and less aggressive information dissemination, allowing opposition parties to dictate the narrative.
To counter this, Chow urged PH to strengthen its digital presence, counter racial narratives and hateful politics with facts, and better understand the preferences of young voters, who now play a crucial role in the electoral landscape. The coalition has been in power in Penang since 2008, serving its fourth term under a combined agreement with Barisan Nasional.
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