PETALING JAYA: Lawyer-activist Siti Kasim has joined Parti Bangsa Malaysia, describing it as a new chapter in her fight for a fairer, freer and more inclusive Malaysia.
"Until now, I have never joined a political party," she said on Facebook on Friday (Oct 2).
"My independence has always been precious to me: the freedom to speak my mind, act according to my conscience and stand up for what is right, regardless of who holds power.
"I agreed to join the party because its leadership has agreed to respect that independence."
She added that she will remain free to express her views and pursue the causes she believes in.
"My principles and my voice are not conditions I am prepared to surrender for political membership.
"For years, I have fought for the rights of Orang Asli, constitutional freedoms, equality and people whose voices are too often ignored.
"I want to bring that commitment to a political platform and help turn those struggles into meaningful change," she said.
Siti said she believes Malaysia deserves politics that puts people first, where every citizen belongs and no one’s rights or dignity depend on their race, religion, or connections.
"Joining a party does not mean giving anyone a free pass.
"I will continue to speak up against injustice and hold those in power accountable, including those on my own side.
"My platform is changing. My principles remain the same. My commitment is, and will always be, to the people of Malaysia," Siti added.
