Independents choose symbols that send clear message to voters


Kuan with his supporters on nomination day for the Puchong parliamentary seat. They are seen here outside the Puchong Indah multipurpose hall. — SS KANESAN/The Star

ONE symbol seems to be the most sought after by Selangor’s Independent candidates contesting in the 15th General Election.

Seven out of 17 candidates have chosen the pen while the other 10 chose the key, tree, hoe, phone, spectacles, book and elephant.

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