Survey: Brand trumps race and religion in Selangor


Many experts are predicting that it will be a tight fight between Pakatan and Perikatan in Selangor in the state polls next month. — GLENN GUAN/The Star

SELANGOR Malays prefer to vote based on political branding rather than along racial lines and the economy, despite the latter being a pressing concern.

They are likely to believe in prioritising political stability and that solutions to resolve present or upcoming woes, including economic matters, will be meted out once durable governance is installed, several experts say.

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