Why did PKR clarify candidate origin reports?

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PKR Clarifies Candidate Origin Reports Amidst Misinterpretation

Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) has issued a clarification regarding media reports that suggested candidates for the upcoming state election would not necessarily need to be from Sabah. The party stated that Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim never made such a pronouncement, emphasizing instead that candidate selection must prioritize integrity. The clarification aims to correct misinterpretations of Anwar's remarks concerning candidate nomination flexibility.
Misrepresentation of Anwar's Statement

Reports had circulated claiming that PKR candidates for the state election did not have to originate from Sabah. However, a statement from Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's office explicitly denied these assertions. Anwar's actual emphasis during the launch of the party’s Sabah election machinery on September 5 was on the paramount importance of integrity in the selection of candidates.
Explanation of "Bukan Dari Mana"

The phrase "bukan dari mana", as used by Anwar, was misinterpreted by some media outlets. The office clarified that this expression does not imply a candidate can be from anywhere outside Sabah. Instead, it means a candidate may not necessarily be nominated to contest in their home district or state/parliamentary constituency, but could be fielded in other areas. An example provided was that a candidate from Inanam could be nominated to contest a different seat, illustrating flexibility in deployment rather than origin.
Principle of Greater Freedom for Sabah PKR

Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed his agreement in principle to grant Sabah PKR greater autonomy in selecting their own candidates. This stance indicates a commitment to empowering the local chapter in strategic decision-making regarding nominations, while still maintaining the core principle of integrity. The party's clarification underscores the distinction between local autonomy in selection and the requirement for candidates to be from Sabah.
Call for Media Responsibility

PKR's office has urged the media to exercise greater responsibility, accuracy, and balance in their reporting. The party expressed a hope that media outlets would adhere to these principles to ensure the public receives correct information. This call follows the dissemination of reports that, according to PKR, inaccurately represented Anwar Ibrahim's statements and the party's position on candidate origins.

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