Rally Roundup
- PAP: "Perfect balance" with Chinese PM, Indian President, Malay Speaker; WP: Co-drivers do not fight for the wheel; NSP: Government should be compassionate; SDP: Immigration policy lambasted; SPP: Chiam's emotional homecoming at Potong Pasir; RP: JBJ's democratic legacy (Satay Club)
- "Live updates for Tonight's rallies: Saturday 30th April" (The Online Citizen)
Having the last say:
- "Imagining Electoral Calamity": Alex Au thinks an election upset is unlikely for the incumbents, and explains why in the event that happens, things are not so bad. 1) The current PAP government has just retired several former ministers, therefore should be confident of appointing from within the current pool of candidates, 2) The civil service will stay, and likely provide better solutions, 3) Fleeing FDI and jobs is a simplistic view, as investment decisions are seldom made solely based on a monopoly of political power, 4) Losing out on upgrading is not a big deal as voters will get to decide again in 5 years, furthermore it is a flawed policy because it is taxpayers money. Most importantly the psychology of the PAP and other regulated corporate entities will experience a positive change in mindset that will ultimately benefit all Singaporeans. (Yawning Bread)
- "What the PAP doesn't want you to know": Another commentary from a blogger, chips in on the PAP losing power after polling day. 1) It is likely PAP will still remain in Singapore politics, 2) It is unlikely one opposition party will dominate the parliament, 3) Claim that opposition parties lack quality candidate is fallacious, as the opposition lineup is fairly strong this time round, and specialized expertise can be hired by the government in power, 4) Singapore will continue as usual without the PAP, 5) Foreign investments will not pull out of Singapore overnight because the PAP loses the elections, 6) "Skeletons in the closets" will be uncovered from a change in government. (Brian Bummers)
- "Archbishop Nicholas Chia's Pastoral Letter for 2011 General Elections": The Archbishop weighs in on the General Elections, urging all Catholics to use their free vote to further the common good while remaining true to Christian values, ensuring "the poor, the elderly and the marginalized in our society are cared for". (Catholic News)
- When asked about his opinion on the coming elections, Chairman of UOB Wee Cho Yaw said that there are many exceptional candidates this election. A stable, pro-business is most important to (his business), and that has been the cornerstone of Singapore's success. "Whatever the results of the elections, it will not significantly affect Singapore's business environment." (Lianhe Zaobao)
- "What the PAP doesn't want you to know": Another commentary from a blogger, chips in on the PAP losing power after polling day. 1) It is likely PAP will still remain in Singapore politics, 2) It is unlikely one opposition party will dominate the parliament, 3) Claim that opposition parties lack quality candidate is fallacious, as the opposition lineup is fairly strong this time round, and specialized expertise can be hired by the government in power, 4) Singapore will continue as usual without the PAP, 5) Foreign investments will not pull out of Singapore overnight because the PAP loses the elections, 6) "Skeletons in the closets" will be uncovered from a change in government. (Brian Bummers)
- "Archbishop Nicholas Chia's Pastoral Letter for 2011 General Elections": The Archbishop weighs in on the General Elections, urging all Catholics to use their free vote to further the common good while remaining true to Christian values, ensuring "the poor, the elderly and the marginalized in our society are cared for". (Catholic News)
- When asked about his opinion on the coming elections, Chairman of UOB Wee Cho Yaw said that there are many exceptional candidates this election. A stable, pro-business is most important to (his business), and that has been the cornerstone of Singapore's success. "Whatever the results of the elections, it will not significantly affect Singapore's business environment." (Lianhe Zaobao)
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