Pertelagahan DAP-MCA mungkin buka ruang kepada Bersama

According to an analysis by Lau Zhe Wei from Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia (UIAM), the potential dialogue between DAP and MCA may not significantly alter the voting preference of Chinese voters in the PRN Melaka, but it could lead to a shift towards Bersatu, which could become a swing vote. In the case of PRN Johor, all Bersatu candidates lost their deposit, but the voting pattern suggests that a significant number of votes went to Bersatu, surpassing DAP's majority in Perling.

Although a pattern of voting in favor of Bersatu exists, the percentage remains relatively low based on the results from PRN Johor. However, this could disadvantage DAP as observed.

Both DAP and MCA responded to criticisms by Loke Siew Fook, the Deputy President of DAP, challenging MCA President Wee Ka Siong in debates about individual achievements when heading the Ministry of Transportation. Meanwhile, Puan Khoo Poay Tiong, the DAP Melaka Secretary-General, has challenged four MCA candidates in PRN to debate openly against four candidates from Pakatan Harapan (PH) in Kota Laksamana, Bandar Hilir, Kelebang, and Machap Jaya.

Lau Zhe Wei noted that although DAP lost several seats in Negeri Sembilan, the percentage of Chinese voters favoring DAP still remains high. He also pointed out that the significant number of Chinese voters supporting DAP in Johor should be considered, as the collaboration between Umno and PAS might prevent the Chinese electorate from leaning towards the PH. "Even if DAP loses several seats in Negeri Sembilan, in Johor, remember that the percentage of Chinese voters favoring DAP is still high," he said.

Anbumani Balan opined that DAP should not rely solely on attacking MCA to retain the confidence of Chinese voters. Instead, it needs to prove its own achievements through tangible results that can be evaluated. He stated that the Chinese community is generally pragmatic and evaluates parties based on three principles - performance, execution, and accountability, known as the 3P principle.

He warned that if too much energy is spent attacking opponents without providing evidence of the party's own achievements, it could raise questions about the true leadership of the party.

Balan also suggested that DAP should pay attention to its relationship with Malay voters when considering its next steps after its recent successes in several PRN elections. "It is time for DAP to read, assess, and strengthen its relationship with Malay voters," he said.