All seats to be contested, only two three-corner fights. SDA and NSP release manifestos, SDA wants to cut GST to 3% for basic goods. Lee Hsien Yang not running in GE2020.
Author Archives: Singapore Votes
29 June – Election Update
Tomorrow is Nomination Day. PSP and RDU release manifestos, include POFMA and CECA reviews. PAP MP, Indranee Rajah, says no need to vote opposition because NCMP scheme exists.
Insight: Understanding voting patterns in Singapore
In every democracy, voters make their choices based on a range of national issues, their personal concerns and local factors.
28 June – Election Update
WP, SPP release manifestos, both include electoral reforms. Pro-PAP Facebook page taken down for “inauthentic” behaviour. MPs and veteran opposition figures announce retirement.
Insight: Thoughts from a first time voter
I used to be filled with excitement with the prospect of voting for the first time.
27 June – Election Update
DPP drops out of GE2020. PAP and RP unveil campaign manifestos and slogans. Ivan Lim drops out of the race after mounting criticism.
26 June – Election Update
Rumours circulate online about new PAP candidate’s character. No walkovers this GE? PAP to launch manifesto tomorrow, 10am.
Insight: How does the PAP perform in times of crisis?
We are undoubtedly headed into a future of uncertainty. How then does Singapore’s ruling party, the People’s Action Party (PAP), fare during times of crisis?
25 June – Election Update
SingFirst dissolved. Heavyweights from PAP and WP not contesting. An independent candidate in Bukit Panjang?
24 June – Election Update
Lee Hsien Yang joins PSP. West Coast three-corner fight avoided. Parties begin announcing candidates and constituencies.
