Singaporean express disappointment over how PAP consistently selects its own members to run for president

Ishhaq Rajoo Jay, a life coach and fitness guru, shares his disappointment on social media over Senior Minister Tharman’s presidential run. He criticizes the PAP’s recurring pattern of nominating their own members, arguing that the presidency should serve as a counterbalance to the ruling party. Ishhaq fears that Tharman’s accomplishments could be overshadowed if he becomes a ‘puppet president’, urging him to remain true to his stellar reputation and not be swayed by political machinations.

Netizens express: Tharman for prime minister, not president – A wasted potential?

Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam has announced his intention to contest in the 2023 Presidential Election and resignation from the People’s Action Party (PAP) and political appointments, a decision sparking widespread online discussion. While Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong acknowledged Tharman’s strategic departure as a significant loss, many netizens argue that his extensive experience makes him overqualified for the presidency and a superior choice for Prime Minister. There’s a palpable yearning for a strong, independent leader akin to the late Ong Teng Cheong, echoing public discontent with the status quo.

PAP Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam quits politics to run for Singapore Presidential Election 2023

SINGAPORE — Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam has announced his resignation from the…

President Halimah Yacob announces decision not to seek re-election

President Halimah Yacob has decided not to run for re-election, expressing her gratitude for serving as Singapore’s eighth President. The upcoming presidential election, which is open to candidates of all races, must be called by 13 September, with incumbent Mdm Halimah’s six-year term expiring on that day. So far, the People’s Action Party (PAP) has not revealed its preferred candidate for the presidential election.

1,200 firms meets private sector requirement for Singapore’s next Presidential Election: Chan Chun Sing

In Singapore, approximately 50 public service positions and over 1,200 private sector companies meet the eligibility requirements for individuals to run in the next presidential election. This information was provided by Chan Chun Sing, the Minister-in-charge of the Public Service, in response to a parliamentary question from Non-Constituency Member of Parliament Leong Mun Wai. However, Mr Chan noted that the Elections Department does not keep track of the exact number of Singaporeans who meet the qualifications to run for president

George Yeo reiterates he will not contest upcoming presidential election despite speculation

George Yeo, Singapore’s former foreign minister, has again stated that he will not be running in the upcoming Singapore Presidential Election which must be held no later than 13 September.

Former PM Goh Chok Tong contradicts the Govt on how to count reserved elections

Following Dr Tan Cheng Bock’s press conference last weekend, there has been…

Protecting the integrity and transparency of our electoral voting system

Mr Tan Cheng Bock, former Member of Parliament and candidate in the…