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KOTA KINABALU (Bernama): Voters in Sabah urge politicians to stop the practice of changing parties after being elected by the people, saying it is a betrayal of their trust.
Several voters Bernama interviewed expressed disappointment at the party change as voters prepare to go to the polls on September 26.
A voter from the Api-Api constituency, Gil Tupang, 63, said defecting was the act of petty leaders.
“I have lost interest in voting. I know this (not voting) is wrong, but I am disappointed in their actions, they seem to treat our votes as useless.”
“I feel discouraged because we voted on the promises they made, but after winning, they decided to leave (their party),” he said.
He also said that partying shows a lack of integrity and blatant disregard for the fate of the people.
Husin Wahab, 65, of Kudat, said that defection after being elected is a selfish act.
“I really don’t like these party fanatics. Their actions upset political stability and cause problems for people. The worst thing is, it upsets the economy,” he said, adding that because of these “political frogs” many voters have lost interest in going to the polls.
Rajali Hamzah Asmat, 40, wants the practice of partying to be eliminated, especially after these state elections.
He urged the winning parties to serve honestly and for the sake of Sabahans.
A merchant at the Gaya Street market here, 39-year-old Zulkifli Ab Rauf, also has a confused view of the holidays.
“They give us hope and they make promises, but in the end, nothing. Very disappointing,” he said.
Another voter, Lee Yuit, 63, said that a candidate and the party he represents should be like one big united family and should stay together, win or lose.
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