Why the Johor election is good for Malaysian democracy

THERE has been a lot of analysis about the Johor state election. Much of it has focused on the intense contest between Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan, with leaders from both coalitions trading barbs on the campaign trail.

Others have looked closely at the battle for Chinese votes, asking whether DAP can hold its ground or whether MCA can claw back support from a community that, before the 2013 general election, was once seen as its loyal voting bloc.