A strategic discussion in Sabah
Six prominent Sabahans talk what they want from the state's elections. But in the end, it is the voter who must carry the responsibility of choosing the next government.
Everyone’s jumping in
Sabah's elections will see families and in-laws and superheroes, oh my, hundreds in all, fighting for just 73 seats. They don't call it the wild, wild east for nothing.
Battle between the wallet and sentiment
In Sabah elections, some parties could win simply because they have the money to last the full campaign period. But unpredictable sentiment could also rear its head.
Get set for ‘buffalo trading’
In Sabah's fragmented and fluid politics, no single entity will likely win the polls outright at this stage.
When single events change the course of politics
It has happened before. Could it recur in time to sway Sabahans as they head for the ballot boxes next month?
Sabah polls: Standing between emotion and logic
Spinmeisters will stir up feelings while people worry about bread and butter issues.
The power of one case
Think the furore over the death of Zara Qairina has died down? Think again. Expect the issues to be raised again during campaigning for Sabah polls, says the columnist.
What does the Sabah upheaval mean?
With two parties leaving the ruling coalition on the eve of state polls, things are looking a lot more uncertain.
Round and round it goes
Deals are being made and betrayals are being plotted. Welcome to politics in the wild, wild east as Sabah prepares for state elections.
A different response
It's 'fashionable' for corporations to offer quick help following natural disasters in some states but not in others, it seems.
‘Chosen one’ might not have been chosen yet
With statutory declarations making an appearance again, one of the Opposition's major parties is looking shaky.
The politics of protests
How do you separate genuine protests and calls for justice from 'hidden hands' faking outrage?

