Another wipeout for Bersama on a stronger showing
The PKR splinter party suffered its second major election defeat after the Johor polls in July, but avoided losing all its 16 deposits.
In the recent Melaka state election, Bersama, a PKR splinter party, experienced yet another election defeat. All 16 of the party's candidates failed to secure their respective contests. However, the party managed to garner over 3,000 votes in Bemban, securing the second position behind Perikatan Nasional's Dr Yadzil Yaakub.
Bersama, which fielded doctors, lawyers, and entrepreneurs as candidates, aimed to offer an alternative to traditional Pakatan Harapan supporters. The party concentrated its efforts in urban and suburban constituencies during the contest. However, Bersama faced a tough battle, clashing with the PH in 14 seats, including all five seats they won in 2021 - Ayer Keroh, Bukit Katil, Kesidang, Kota Laksamana, and Bandar Hilir.
Despite their valiant efforts, Bersama's candidates did not succeed in any of the contested seats. The party's objective was to increase its vote share to 12% in the Melaka state election, a goal they had set in comparison to their previous 6% performance in Johor.
Bersama plans to continue contesting up to 20 parliamentary seats in the upcoming general election, which is scheduled to take place by early 2028.
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