Fast changing society has been ruled by single party since independence but Malaysia opposition in mass rally for change: Malaysia opposition call for stronger democracy and elections
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News about the struggle for democracy in Malaysia. Malaysia is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, the "2008 electoral gains of the three main opposition parties came despite serious obstacles, such as unequal access to the media and restrictions on campaigning and freedom of assembly, which left them unable to compete on equal terms with the ruling party". Also see our section on World Democracy.
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Malaysia’s opposition received rare permission to hold a weekend political rally
Malaysia Vows to Repeal Repressive Sedition Law
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The Cost of Free Speech in Sarawak, Malaysia
Election Rigging, Corruption and Murder in Activists Account of Free Speech in Sarawak
Malaysians Protest for a Fairer Democracy
Malaysians Protest for a Fairer Democracy as Large Gatherings Calls for Deep Electoral Reform in Asian Nation and Government Reacts Poorly
Malaysian Government Blocks Massive Democracy Protests
Protesters Demand Election Reform as Malaysian Government Blocks Streets to Stave Off Protests
Malaysia Call for Serious Democratic Reforms After Protests
Massive Turmoil as Leadership Struggles Continue to Plague Malaysia Call for Serious Democratic Reforms