DAP leaders need to convince their Chinese base that the party is still their champion and that it has their interests at heart.

The Chinese base is still with Anwar but the new political reality is sinking in and discontent is growing over the government’s stand on domestic and international issues.

The string of Bersatu MPs switching support away from their party has been perceived as a scheme to undermine the position of Muhyiddin and pressure him to step aside.

The possibility of Hishammuddin Hussein reviving his career in Umno is still there, but it will be an uphill journey for Khairy Jamaluddin as he strives to stay relevant.

UMNO Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh is arguably one of the most-watched personalities in Umno today.

CHOW Kon Yeow is not a born fighter, but he seems to be fighting for his political survival barely two months after being sworn in for a second term as the Penang Chief Minister.

ISHAM Jalil was, once upon a time, regarded as mentri besar material in Selangor.

The Penang Chinese Chamber of Commerce took out full-page advertorials in Chinese newspapers demanding answers from the Chief Minister over the controversial sale of state government land.

THERE was a flicker of excitement when the Prime Minister’s car was seen going through the Palace gates on Friday (Sept 29) morning, that the Cabinet reshuffle was finally happening.

IT was the most stormy day in Parliament since Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim became Prime Minister. No one, whether from the opposition or government benches, or even the Speaker who is known for his tough-talking style, can be remotely proud of the commotion in Parliament earlier this week.

Despite numerous setbacks and disappointments, the opinion out there is that the Chinese will defend the unity government “until the heavens collapse”.

DATUK Seri Mohamad Sabu looked more relieved than those milling around him on election night in Pulai.