Democracy cannot be suspended

Following the passing of former law minister Liew Vui Keong, Malaysians are faced with yet another by-election in Batu Sapi, Sabah. But after Covid-19 cases rose dramatically in the wake of the Sabah state election, are we ready for more polls? To find out, BFM speaks to Thomas Fann, chairperson of election watchdog Bersih 2.0, for thoughts on how to hold an election during a pandemic.

Produced by Dayana Mustak and Shazana Mokhtar

Presented by Noelle Lim and Lyn Mak

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AGENDA RAKYAT - Lima perkara utama

1. Tegakkan maruah serta kualiti kehidupan rakyat
2. Galakkan pembangunan saksama, lestari serta tangani krisis alam sekitar
3. Raikan kerencaman dan keterangkuman
4. Selamatkan demokrasi dan angkatkan keluhuran undang-undang
5. Lawan rasuah dan kronisme

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