Just like Trump, the Umno-led BN government has always capitalised on fear politics to keep Malaysians divided.
The middle and working class Malaysians are also fed up with the ruling elite. They do not trust the government rhetoric, but are fearful that an opposition-led federal government may not work for them as a result of its constant bickering.
To break this vicious cycle, the opposition needs to show unity and that it will protect the interest of the rakyat and offer solutions to resolving problems facing the people.