Do BN candidates lack faith in their own coalition?

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BN Candidates Reportedly Questioned on Confidence in Coalition

Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate M. Thulsi Thivani has asserted that Barisan Nasional (BN) candidates appear to have lost faith in their own coalition. This assertion is based on statements made by BN candidates, such as Sungai Buloh contender Khairy Jamaluddin, which Thulsi interprets as a reliance on individual track records rather than the coalition's strength.
Emphasis on Individual Track Records

Thulsi pointed to Khairy Jamaluddin's remark, "one vote for me is one vote for KJ," as an indicator that BN candidates are prioritising their personal appeal over the coalition's collective standing. She contrasted this with the approach of PH and DAP candidates, who she stated express confidence in their coalition and party's ability to deliver on their promises.
Khairy's Stance on Prime Ministerial Candidate

Khairy Jamaluddin had previously stated that a vote for him would ensure Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob's position as BN's prime minister candidate. This was intended to counter the opposition's narrative that supporting Khairy was equivalent to endorsing Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi for the premiership. Khairy's clarification aimed to shift the focus to Ismail Sabri's designation as the prime minister candidate, as announced by Umno leader Zahid Hamidi.
Criticism of Candidate Loyalty

Thulsi also criticised incumbent A. Sivasubramaniam, who is contesting under the Perikatan Nasional (PN) banner, for perceived disloyalty to a party. She labelled him a 'frog', implying he has a history of party-hopping, and contrasted him with leaders like Lim Kit Siang and M. Kulasegaran, whom she presented as examples of principled and loyal service to the party and the people.

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