KUALA LUMPUR, June 15 — Former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli stated that 75 per cent of more than 20,000 members in Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama) have no connection to Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR), dismissing claims that the newly launched party is a 'party of sore losers'. The statement was made in response to criticisms following Bersama's launch.
Rafizi, a prominent PKR figure, emphasized that Bersama is an independent entity and not a splinter group. He argued that the membership data demonstrates broad public support beyond PKR circles. The party was officially launched earlier this month, aiming to offer an alternative political platform.
Critics had suggested that Bersama was formed by disgruntled PKR members after internal party disputes. However, Rafizi countered that the majority of Bersama's members are new to political activism, with only a minority having prior PKR affiliation. He urged the public to evaluate the party based on its policies rather than its origins.
