Voters, especially in the Chinese community, are no longer loyal to any particular political party and will not hesitate to punish those who fail to deliver on promises, said MCA secretary-general Chong Sin Woon.
Lesson from Sabah polls
He cited the recent Sabah state election as a strong warning to all parties.
In Sabah, where coalitions and local parties competed fiercely, many voters shifted support based on local concerns, service delivery, and frustration over unkept promises.
“The Sabah election was a reminder to all political parties. Voters’ support, especially Chinese votes, can no longer be seen as permanently belonging to any party,” Chong said.
“If promises are made but not fulfilled, voters will certainly teach us a lesson,” he added during his speech at MCA’s 77th anniversary celebration at Wisma MCA on Saturday.
Growing public dissatisfaction
Chong observed that dissatisfaction with DAP is becoming more visible, from coffee shop talk to social media discussions.
However, he made it clear that this shift does not automatically benefit MCA.
“MCA is fully aware that when people decide not to vote for DAP to punish them, it does not mean that they will automatically vote for or support MCA,” he explained.
Call for harder work
Instead, the party must step up efforts on the ground and prove its worth through sincere service.
“What we can do is to continue working, working and working even harder. We must provide genuine service to the people so that their dissatisfaction with the current government can be translated into real support for MCA, and make MCA their first choice,” he said.
Looking towards the upcoming Melaka and Johor state elections and the next general election, Chong urged the entire party machinery to give its fullest commitment.
“As we approach the Melaka and Johor state polls and the coming general election, MCA must give its full commitment. The whole party must move forward with full spirit,” he stressed.
Avoid relying on rivals’ weaknesses
He cautioned against depending only on the shortcomings of other parties.
“We cannot just hope that because others are doing badly, we will somehow have a chance,” Chong said.
“We must take the initiative, win back support vote by vote, and truly become a force that ultimately gains the trust and support of the Chinese community,” he added.
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