The White House Is Getting Defense Wrong
AtlanticAPR 2022
Though it's comprehensible that many Singaporeans will opt to spoil ballots in protest over dissatisfaction with the status quo and Tan's insensitive remarks, voting in this upcoming election is a privilege that must be exercised. It is unlikely that the PAP will lose, but voters should still engage in democracy, recognize the important role the president plays in the country, and cast their ballot wisely to protect the integrity of the government.
The once mighty PAP is looking weaker than ever, as their decades-long rule is being undermined by arrogance and corruption marring their once ironclad image. Anger among voters is growing amid ongoing political scandals, a fraying social contract, and threats towards the principle of equality under the law. It's only a matter of time before an outsider is finally elected to detoxify Singaporean politics.