TONGOD (Sabah), July 13 (Bernama) -- Sabah Umno Liaison deputy chief Datuk
Seri Salleh Said Keruak today launched the Barisan Nasional (BN) election
machinery in Kinabatangan and said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak has
brought a politics of hope for the people of Malaysia.
He said Najib had proven his mettle at the helm of the country''s
administration by introducing numerous initiatives, notably the national
transformation agenda and the 1Malaysia concept.
"Although Najib took over the premiership about four years ago, his
initiatives are bearing fruit and Malaysians are generally happy with his
administration," he said in his speech at the launch, here.
Also present were Kinabatangan MP Datuk Bung Mokhtar Radin and Kuamut
Assemblyman Masiung Banah.
Salleh, who is Sabah Legislative Assembly Speaker, said: "I believe that
with a new brand of politics of moderation advocated by Najib and, with most of
the people''s grievances having been heard, the Barisan Nasional is on the right
track to face the next general election."
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Salleh said the prime minister''s focus on ensuring peace, development and
democracy in the country would also help win the hearts and minds of the people.
He said the Sabah BN election machinery was now on standby and ready to be
mobilised for the 13th general election.
Salleh urged the people to reject issues propagated by the opposition,
especially in the rural areas, and instead rally behind the BN government to
ensure a better future for themselves.
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