Madani government must reshape elite perspectives to protect the vulnerable, says PKR official

SHAH ALAM – Despite the achievements of various policy reforms and administrative actions by the Madani government, criticisms regarding its unfulfilled promises continue to persist.

PKR deputy secretary-general Aidi Amin Yazid argued that previous political frameworks, while appearing to provide a safety net for marginalised Malays, effectively fostered an elitist network of politicians and tycoons.

"The ‘untouchables’ also acted as financiers for organisations that worked to protect their interests.

"Prime Minister (Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim) is not focusing solely on Malay voters; rather, he is reshaping the perspectives of privileged Malaysians who do not grasp that the foundation of a thriving nation lies in nurturing the most vulnerable members of society," he said.

Aidi pointed out that true progress meant addressing the weakest links in the social fabric and establishing an equitable playing field.

However, he stressed that several unaddressed matters required careful consideration, noting that the Prime Minister’s ideals have often gone unheard due to a misalignment of focus.

"To quote from his book 'Rethinking Ourselves', the Ummah cannot be rigidly defined but must be continually pursued.

"Collectively, Pakatan Harapan (PH) forms a coalition for Malaysians who aspire to implement progressive and moderate governance policies," he said.

Aidi added that restoring collective strength among PH supporters will necessitate that party leaders, particularly at the grassroots level, focus on imparting values rather than imposing them.

He stressed that this was not merely an ideological struggle over political narratives, but a necessity for genuine dialogue with the populace.

"It may be beneficial for our political leaders to remember not to oversimplify the categories of youth voters and ethnic support within Malaysia," he added.