KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 — Several PKR leaders have criticised PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang over his remarks comparing Muslim and non-Muslim leaders, warning that religious sentiments should not be used to divide Malaysians for political gain.
PKR vice-president Datuk Chang Lih Kang said political differences should be debated based on policies and solutions to people’s problems rather than religious sentiments.
He described Abdul Hadi’s remarks during a Melaka state election campaign event yesterday as deeply disappointing, saying statements that hurt religious sensitivities and fuel tensions would only harm the country.
Abdul Hadi was quoted as saying that even the worst Muslim leaders governing a country would not be as oppressive as non-Muslims.
