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Pakatan Harapan's emphasis on government achievements failed to resonate with voters in Negeri Sembilan, where racial and identity narratives dominated the campaign, Amanah said.
Pahang DAP leader Lee Chin Chen has questioned PN election director Sanusi's decision to reference his Chinese ancestry when responding to claims of racist conduct, suggesting the move may underestimate non-Malay voters.
Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has called for Malaysians to abandon identity-based political discourse and instead evaluate governments on their tangible performance in tackling poverty, drug abuse, and economic growth.
PKR secretary-general Saifuddin refuses to engage in identity politics contests, arguing voters should judge parties on governance performance rather than ethno-religious claims.