Loke’s resignation too late to reverse discontent with DAP, say analysts
They say the resignation comes too late to undo growing dissatisfaction among the party’s supporters, although it sends the right political signal.
DAP secretary-general Loke Siew Fook resigned as transport minister on Tuesday, which analysts believe could help restore confidence among the party's core supporters. However, some experts suggest the resignation may not be enough to fully revive DAP's support, especially ahead of the upcoming Melaka polls. Political analyst Tawfik Yaakub of Universiti Malaya stated that the move came too late to undo the growing dissatisfaction among DAP supporters, given the party's declining performance in recent state elections.
Liew Wui Chern of Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman agreed, noting that while the resignation sent the right political signal, it might not erase the dissatisfaction that had accumulated over time. The dissatisfaction was not limited to Najib Razak's house arrest, but also involved reforms, government performance, and cooperation with Umno.
Loke's resignation could ease political pressure, particularly following his defeat in the Negeri Sembilan state polls. However, analyst Lau Zhe Wei of International Islamic University Malaysia was skeptical about the impact, stating that only one DAP leader had stepped down from the Cabinet and that the move was delayed until Najib began serving his sentence under house arrest.
The recent Sabah state election showed that as long as there is an alternative, voters are willing to switch, particularly Chinese voters.
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