Kembali ke parti bukan tiket automatik jadi calon, kata ketua PKR Wilayah Persekutuan
Azman Abidin berkata pencalonan tetap tertakluk proses parti dengan keputusan akhirnya dibuat presiden bersama kepimpinan pusat.
Former PKR leader shares his thoughts on returning to the party and race preparations. Azman Abidin, the Party's Deputy President for Federal Territory, emphasized that candidates returning to the PKR must not view their return as an automatic ticket for the upcoming election, stating that the party's open reception of those who have left should be seen as an opportunity to strengthen the party, rather than a guarantee of winning.
The decision on candidates remains under the party's process, with the final choice made by the President and the Central Leadership Council. According to Azman, the selection process does not differentiate between veteran leaders, old-timers, newcomers, or the younger generation, as the ability to win the seat is also a primary consideration.
The former PKR member, Tian Chua, expressed his desire to return to Parliament and compete again in Batu, citing strong support from the local electorate, but acknowledged that the final decision lies with the party leadership as part of the election strategy. Tian Chua, who served as Batu's MP for two terms from 2008, was not allowed to retain the seat in the 2018 general elections following the rejection of his nomination due to a RM2,000 fine.
He then supported an independent candidate, Prabakaran, who won the seat, and later joined the same party. Azman noted that a person's leadership experience can be an asset, but their past records and achievements will be taken into account before any decision is made. He emphasized the importance of loyalty to the party, working as a team, adhering to principles, and the idealism of the PKR struggle as the most crucial factors.
Azman also believed that someone wanting to return to the PKR does not necessarily do so solely for the opportunity to compete; they realize that the current government led by Anwar must be defended. They wish to see Anwar leading the nation towards the next term based on his abilities and achievements, he concluded.
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