Should DAP unmask its multi-racial make-up and stay true as a perfect ethnic Chinese party?
Such is the criticism levelled at DAP by opposition-slant political activist Jess (@jezlai) who claimed that despite having consistently promoted a multi-racial agenda and sought to represent the interests of all Malaysians, 'DAP remains a 100% Chinese party'.
'Why more and more Indians & Malays leaving DAP?' the presumably Gerakan influencer asked in a post on X while insinuating discrimination along racial lines on non-Chinese members.
'DAP IS A 100% CHINESE PARTY. DAP NOT A MULTI-RACIAL PARTY'
WHY MORE &MORE INDIANS & MALAYS LEAVING DAP? DAP ONLY USE MALAY & INDIAN MEMBERS & LEADERS GET VOTES & POLITICAL SUPPORT.
Note – if u meet MALAY & INDIAN DAP MPs & ADUNs specially MP Bentong & MP Bangi, show this video https://t.co/FUPkDERBwa pic.twitter.com/a96NPbecZi
— Jess (@jezlai) July 30, 2025
'DAP only use Malay and Indian members or leaders to gain votes and political support.'
Of interest is the revelation by ex-DAP Youth member Venosha Balachandran who claimed that the wing's WhatsApp group 'always speak in Chinese', hence prompting her to leave the group.
'And then one of the ADUN messaged me asking why I left the group to which I replied that you didn't include me in any conversation for everything is in Chinese.
'So what do you expect me to do? Go and translate all the conversations and reply to you? The majority audience to the food … everything is Chinese … they may add one or two sentences in Malay or Tamil … They say vanakam and the Indians are all ready to vote for them … I eventually left the party.'
Optics of Malay, Indian faces
Interestingly, there were some interactions between Jess and commenters to her post in which one remarked that 'DAP has mastered the art of optics with Malay faces on banners and Indian names in (party) line-ups.'
'But behind closed doors, the same people still pull the strings. You don't build unity by borrowing colors. You build it by sharing the brush.'
Concurring with the observation, the influencer even took a swipe at Bentong MP Young and DAP's central executive committee (CEC) member Young Syefura Othman whom she described as 'unintelligent and got condemned by her own race for being a willing stooge to a full-blown Chinese political party'.
Jess further refuted the notion that 'DAP leaders are the best performing ministers currently'.
'The reality today shows DAP ministers aren't performing better but similar to BN (Barisan Nasional) ministers … today's Chinese community views DAP as MCA 2.0,'
This is when an advocate for the voiceless drew a comparison between DAP and MCA whereby the latter 'never claimed to be multiracial, hence their Chinese focus is expected'.
'But when DAP claims to be multi-racial yet most of their events and communications cater primarily to the Chinese community, it raises questions … You can't claim to be for all races, then act otherwise. It's called hypocrisy.'
At the end of the day, Jess dubbed DAP as 'Democratic Acting Popular'.
'DAP deemed members of the PN (Perikatan Nasional) coalition, namely PAS and Bersatu, as racist parties when DAP within their own party practices racism,' she expounded.
'Hello DAP, how long do you want to cheat Malaysians? Malays, Chinese and Indians who left DAP all have one common comment which is DAP is 100% Chinese party'. – Aug 4, 2025
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Malaysia Sun
3 hours ago
- Malaysia Sun
China turns to BRICS partner for coffee
Beijing fast-tracked authorization for nearly 200 Brazilian firms after the US slapped massive tariffs on the countrys products Beijing has authorized nearly 200 Brazilian companies to export coffee to the Chinese market amid escalating trade tensions between the South American nation and the US, according to the Chinese embassy in Brazil. The greenlight follows Washington's decision to impose a hefty tariff on Brazilian coffee and other goods. The 50% tariff, which took effect in late July, targets coffee and meat - two key sectors of Brazil's economy. The move comes amid the broader trade war launched by US President Donald Trump against multiple countries. "China has approved the authorization of 183 new Brazilian coffee companies to export to the Chinese market," the embassy said Saturday in a post, adding that the measure took effect on July 30 and will remain valid for five years. Brazil's Ministry of Industry and Foreign Trade has estimated that 35.9% of exports to the US will be affected by the tariffs, warning that annual losses could reach up to $14.5 billion. During the 2024/2025 crop year, Brazil exported 7.468 million bags of coffee to the US, making it the largest destination for Brazilian coffee exports, according to the Brazilian Coffee Exporters Council. The US accounted for 16.4% of Brazil's total coffee exports. In monetary terms, that amounted to $1.9 billion in coffee exports, along with $1.35 billion worth of meat. READ MORE: The BRICS hit back: Trumps old tricks meet new world China's growing appetite for coffee appears to align with its latest move to expand imports from Brazil. According to data from the International Coffee Organization, coffee consumption in China grew by 15% in the latest season. At the same time, the number of branded coffee shops in the country surged by 58% over the past 12 months, reaching 49,691 outlets, according to market intelligence firm Alegra Group. The rapid expansion signals China's emergence as a key growth market for global coffee producers. Trump has defended the steep tariffs on Brazilian goods, citing what he called a "witch hunt" against former President Jair Bolsonaro, despite the fact that the US ran a $6.8 billion trade surplus with Brazil in 2024. Trump had previously justified his trade policies by claims that he intended to correct trade imbalances. (
New Straits Times
6 hours ago
- New Straits Times
Research needed before Chinese new villages can be nominated as Unesco heritage sites
KUALA LUMPUR: The nomination of Malaysia's Chinese new villages as Unesco World Heritage sites requires thorough research before it can be pursued. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said to date, no decision has been made as to whether to declare such villages as national heritages or for submission to Unesco. "As such, the ministry, through the National Heritage Department, is of the view that the nomination of the Chinese new villages as Unesco World Heritage sites requires more in-depth research before any formal proposal can be pursued," he said. He was responding to Wan Razali Wan Nor (PN-Kuantan) on the government's position regarding the proposal to recognise Chinese new villages as Unesco heritage sites. Tiong said approval must first be obtained from the respective state authorities, as land planning and development fall under state jurisdiction and involve multiple agencies at both the federal and state levels. He said state and local authorities must also be prepared to comply with the strict guidelines set by Unesco, as the nomination must meet specific criteria. "This includes the identification of Outstanding Universal Value, authenticity, integrity, site management and others. "The recognition process can sometimes take more than 10 years, as seen with other sites in Malaysia, to ensure that all necessary information is in place to meet Unesco's criteria," he said. On action taken by the National Heritage Department to ensure that proposed heritage sites meet the historical criteria of the nation, Tiong said thorough research is conducted to verify facts and ensure accuracy, to avoid any confusion or issues arising in the future. He said before a site is considered for gazettement under the National Heritage Act 2005, it must first be reviewed by the heritage expert committee and the National Heritage Council to determine the designation of the site.
The Star
7 hours ago
- The Star
Anwar calls for deeper appreciation of Asian history, free from colonial narratives
Anwar at the launch of the 'More Than A Day As A Tiger' exhibition at the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia. – Bernama --fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for a deeper appreciation of Asian history that moves beyond colonial narratives, citing Tipu Sultan of Mysore, an Indian ruler who fought against the British East India Company as a model of courage, learning and tolerance. He said that the contributions of Tipu Sultan and his father Haider Ali, as defenders against British colonial expansion, exemplified the importance of understanding history from the perspective of local and regional leaders rather than solely from Western accounts. "History is not necessarily very kind, one of our scholars Syed Hussein Alatas emphasised the need to reconstruct history because history cannot be written only by the winners or from the perspective of the colonial rulers," he said during the launch of the "More Than A Day As A Tiger" exhibition at the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, here on Tuesday (Aug 5) night. Also present were the Prime Minister's wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail; Albukhary Foundation chairman Tan Sri Syed Mokhtar Al-Bukhary; Bernama chairman Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai and his spouse, as well as representatives from embassies and consulates. Anwar noted that Malaysian history, like that of many others, is often written from the perspective of the British, essentially reflecting Western colonial rule. "Of course, there have been lots of academic accounts, including by Edward Said on Orientalism, but the manner, the whole discipline of history, culture and society is being dictated by certain Western viewpoints," he said. Anwar also shared his personal experience visiting Mysore before taking office, recalling his admiration for Tipu Sultan's modest palace and his protection of Hindu temples, including the ancient temple there. He also praised Tipu Sultan's foresight in mastering military technology to confront colonial powers, citing the Mysore Sultanate's renowned cannons and firearms that had shocked the British in the early wars. "It is not just an ordinary exhibition, but to showcase the history of India and the Muslim world, and the history of the anti-colonial struggle against colonial rule, in this particular case, the British rule. "His diplomatic skills with the few sultanates, Muslims and Hindus in India and his venture into international diplomacy, particularly in persuading the French forces to support his struggle against the British," he said. Anwar noted that while Malaysians have historically had limited knowledge of Tipu Sultan and Haider Ali's legacy, the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia's exhibition would significantly enhance understanding about the two historical figures. Featuring an extensive collection of artefacts, manuscripts, weaponry and artworks related to Haider Ali and Tipu Sultan, the exhibition will run from tomorrow until Jan 11, 2026, at Special Gallery 2. – Bernama
