In any healthy democracy, a vibrant opposition is not a luxury; it is a necessity.
Its role extends far beyond merely opposing the government of the day. It must act as a credible government-in-waiting, offering a distinct, actionable alternative vision for the nation’s progress.
Unfortunately, in contemporary Malaysian politics, the federal opposition — represented by Perikatan Nasional (PN) — is falling drastically short of this democratic mandate.
In the eyes of ordinary citizens, they are increasingly failing to project the image of a responsible, cohesive team capable of governing.
