We don't need racist candidates

While the government so strongly objects to LGBT and everything related to it, it should also take the same stance towards racism.

Racism is something that has long existed among us, although many choose to deny it.

Though we are a multiracial society, sadly, there are still a number of racists living among us who must be weeded out.

With this in mind, I find it totally disgusting that the so-called "unity" government would actually pick someone who is clearly a racist to stand as a candidate in the state elections.

It is sad that in today's society, with so many Indian professionals here and around the world, someone can actually label us as "India estet".

Just what does that mean? So what if, in those days, we toiled and worked hard on the estates? At least we made an honest living and earned each and every sen through our own hard work and sweat.

This kind of individual should not be recognised, and, by right, action should be taken against him by the political party concerned.

Instead, PKR names him as a candidate in the state elections.

This is absolutely ridiculous and reflects very poorly on the party and its leaders.

As an Indian voter, I am utterly disgusted and urge all peace-loving Malaysians to totally reject such personalities.

They are nothing more than troublemakers and should certainly not be the people's representatives.

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