Worst case scenario
“I will still be a politician, but just outside the Parliament,” Pita said in response to the question: “What happens if the ruling is unfavourable?”
“I can give speeches, cast my vote, continue speaking on behalf of the people, develop progressive laws and provide checks and balances to the government.
“And then you will see me again in the next election as a PM candidate,” Pita said, smiling.
Parit also said that if Pita gets through, he will return to lead the party.
Even if Pita cannot serve his term as a member of Parliament, he will still be able to return as a politician and lead the party into the next election as a PM candidate, he said.
Statements from the leading opposition party, however, appear to be overlooking Article 151 of the Election Act, which penalises candidates who are disqualified but continue seeking office. The…
