Political Scientist
Political Scientist
In Singapore, the death penalty is normalised within a segment of society where state-sanctioned killings are rationalised while showing little empathy for those condemned. How big and constant a “segment” still remains to be determined. In the meantime, the pro-death…
The passing of M. Ravi, and the negative reporting surrounding his death, is unlikely to diminish Singapore’s anti–death penalty movement or its broader critique of state overreach. If anything, the movement is poised to become more focused, disciplined, and less…
Dr. Chee Soon Juan, Secretary-General, Singapore Democratic Party (SDP), distinguished speakers, SDP colleagues, fellow Singaporeans, and friends. A very warm welcome to all of you. Allow me to first extend my gratitude to SDP’s Project Reform team, which made this gathering possible.…
For the past 60 years, Singapore’s elections have consistently returned the People’s Action Party (PAP) with a dominant parliamentary majority. The electoral system that has provided for such a result has been repeatedly called out by academics, analysts, civil society…
Policy Brief: Nationalising Mental Health Care The SDP Policy Brief: Nationalising Mental Health Care was announced on 28th April 2025. It highlights the need to mainstream mental healthcare as a key component of Singapore’s National Healthcare Plan. The aim is…
Sembawang GRC Town Plan: Putting the ❤️ in Heartland The SDP’s Sembawang GRC Town Plan, “Putting the ❤ in Heartland”, was launched on 23rd April 2025 during the GE2025 campaign. The Plan offers a people-centered approach as opposed to an…
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Dear Sembawang residents and Singaporeans, May Day is a day to honour working people and affirm their dignity and dreams. But let us take a hard look at what “May Days” has become in Singapore under the PAP. They have…
Dear Voters of Sembawang, Your vote coming Saturday, the third of May, is a vote to reset Sembawang GRC. Since the start of the elections, at every rally, through every statement, every piece of campaign messaging from the PAP and…