Is MCA joining Umno and PAS in spreading false claims about DAP?

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MCA Accused of Spreading False Claims About DAP

DAP adviser Lim Kit Siang has accused the Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA) leadership, under president Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong, of joining Umno and PAS in spreading falsehoods about the Democratic Action Party (DAP). Lim specifically stated that MCA is participating in a "reckless, irresponsible and dangerous game of spreading lies and falsehoods that DAP is anti-Chinese." He demanded that Wee lead the entire MCA leadership in issuing an apology to all Malaysians at the upcoming MCA General Assembly.
Incitement of Hatred Against DAP Leaders

Lim Kit Siang condemned MCA's actions as inciting hatred among the populace against DAP leaders. He highlighted an incident at the MCA Youth Assembly where a picture of DAP secretary-general Lim Guan Eng was displayed with the caption, "I am not a Chinese." This display, according to Lim, exemplifies the irresponsible behaviour of MCA leaders in their pursuit of political support.
Accusations of Anti-Malay and Anti-Islam Claims

According to Lim Kit Siang, leaders from Umno and PAS have been inciting Malays by propagating the narrative that DAP is anti-Malay and anti-Islam. He asserted that MCA's alleged involvement in spreading falsehoods about DAP being anti-Chinese mirrors this tactic of using divisive rhetoric.
Championing Cronies Over Community

Lim also critiqued the claims made by MCA and Umno regarding their respective community focuses. He stated that while MCA purports to champion the Chinese community and Umno claims to champion the bumiputera, both parties ultimately champion the cronies of their leaders, particularly referring to "Umnoputra." This suggests a belief that the parties are more focused on benefiting a select group rather than the broader communities they claim to represent.

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