The Democratic Action Party (DAP) is currently the single party with the most Parliamentary seats -- 42. Despite having the strongest numbers, the party feels almost sidelined when it comes to political maneuverings, particularly when it comes to matters of a PM candidate. And what about race-based politics? DAP has made it clear that they’re not a race-based party/Chinese-based party, but are they forced to play the game nonetheless? In this episode, we’re joined by Howard Lee, DAP Youth Chief, to discuss the curious case of the DAP. 



Image credit: Howard Lee Facebook page and dapmalaysia.org

The Democratic Action Party (DAP) is currently the single party with the most Parliamentary seats -- 42. Despite having the strongest numbers, the party feels almost sidelined when it comes to political maneuverings, particularly when it comes to matters of a PM candidate. And what about race-based politics? DAP has made it clear that they&rsquo;re not a race-based party/Chinese-based party, but are they forced to play the game nonetheless? In this episode, we&rsquo;re joined by Howard Lee, DAP Youth Chief, to discuss the curious case of the DAP. 

Image credit: Howard Lee Facebook page and dapmalaysia.org

As they say, democracy doesn't begin and end at the ballot box. On Beyond the Ballot Box, we speak to politicians and analysts and explore burning issues and questions surrounding our fluid and ever-changing political scene.

As they say, democracy doesn't begin and end at the ballot box. On Beyond the Ballot Box, we speak to politicians and analysts and explore burning issues and questions surrounding our fluid and ever-changing political scene.

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