Let's move away from toxic politics, says Tok Mat
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno has called on all quarters to move away from toxic politics, which has become one of the reasons driving younger generations away from politics.
KUALA LUMPUR - The deputy president of Umno has urged all parties to move away from toxic politics, which is deterring younger generations from engaging in politics. Mohamad Hasan, speaking at the launch of three Umno conferences, described Malaysia's political culture as increasingly toxic, characterized by insults, abuse, and offensive language.
He lamented that some politicians exploit Malay and Islamic sentiments without wisdom or prudence. Many younger people are avoiding politics due to this toxic political environment. Mohamad expressed a desire for Malaysia to return to the "civilized politics" of previous generations, where criticism was delivered thoughtfully and reprimands were made with wisdom.
He praised Sarawak's political culture, describing it as orderly, well-managed, and mature. Differences in Sarawak are resolved through discussion and courtesy, unlike the "repulsive nature of toxic politics" seen in other parts of Malaysia. He emphasized that there is much to learn from Sarawak's political narrative and how it has avoided the pitfalls of toxic politics.
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