Safe and Fair Campaigning in Johor?

Thomas Fann, Chairman, Bersih 2.0

25-Feb-22 07:15

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Descriptor: The Election Commission has loosened campaigning rules for the Johor state elections compared to previous polls, but some argue that the flexibilities provided do not give adequate room for parties to engage with the public. We discuss whether the SOPs provide a level playing field and what needs to be done to ensure that campaigning can be conducted safely with Thomas Fann, Chairman of Bersih 2.0. Image Credit: Shutterstock

Produced by: Sim Wie Boon

Presented by: Shazana Mokhtar, Wong Shou Ning, Khoo Hsu Chuang

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Categories: politics, social issues

Tags: Johor state election, party politics, campaigning,

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