While the elected reps involved must bear a big part of the responsibility, the receiving party must also not be spared from the blame.

Political parties must handle the ensuing frustration and backlash with prudence so as to fend off possible damages.

Umno has been making its winning chances a top criterion in the selection of electoral candidates. It's alright for them to sacrifice their principles so long as the election war is won.

The strong anti-establishment sentiment is evident among urban folks who are concerned about national issues, and whether government policies have been fair, rational or democratic.

Money politics alone could corrupt the whole election process and distort and destroy the foundation of our electoral system.

Although overcoming an uneven playing field -- a central, yet under-appreciated component of contemporary authoritarianism -- is extremely difficult, it is still possible!

Politicians should exercise more prudence when making their statements, lest they create unnecessary confusion and misunderstanding among the people.

In the midst of deafening political noises, it is not a bad idea to lend an ear to the experts.

Some say Umno is reluctant to announce its MB candidate because it is not confident of winning Selangor.

I'm quite certain BN will lose the popular vote again, like they did five yeas ago. I am less certain they will actually lose the elections... Still, the unexpected can happen.