In a statement today, Perkasa secretary-general Syed Hassan Syed Ali said Ti’s statement was irresponsible and could cause racial tension to flare up in the country.

“In making the statement, I believe Ti was referring to the Malays and Islam, which would make him a racist. He must acknowledge that Islam is the official religion of the country.

“Ti could have acknowledged the fact that vernacular schools were among the divisive factors among races in the country,” argued Syed Hassan, adding that Ti was better off asking the government to educate its citizens to respect the Federal Constitution, instead of talking about the causes of racism.

Syed Hassan said it was unfortunate that Ti, a politician linked to the Barisan Nasional coalition, had questioned the country’s Federal Constitution.

“For the past year, we have not heard racially offensive statements. But Ti has just started it again. How can Perkasa stay quiet when the Federal Constitution is called into question?”

He reminded Ti that Perkasa came into existence following remarks by non-Malay leaders who questioned the Federal Constitution after the 2008 general election.

“We would like to advice Ti to mind his words. Don’t be a champion of your own race by questioning the Constitution.

“For Ti’s information, Perkasa is looking for suitable candidates to be fielded in Malay-majority areas held by MCA.

“MCA does not deserve to win Malay votes if they continue to question the Federal Constitution,” said Syed Hassan.