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Editorial : Credible Opposition: Taking a clear stand
Workers' Party chief Low Thia Khiang vowed to take on the role of "watchdog" when he was campaigning in the 2006 General Election. But two years on, the leader of the opposition seems more interested in scoring political points than taking a stand on issues or offering solutions. * Also in Chinese, Malay and Tamil
Quick News
Round-up of new policies
Hot Topic - It's different now
Former litigator K. Shanmugam misses, among other things, the freedom of movement he had as a partner in a law firm, but relishes facing the challenges of shaping public policy in his new job as Law Minister
Hot Topic - Finding branch secretaries is no easy task
The person who serves as a branch secretary needs so many qualities that suitable people are not easy to find. Most tend to take on the responsibilities for two to five years. But that means a constant stream of fresh faces and fresh impetus.
Dialogue - Government's priority in a liveable country
Singapore needs to grow its population, but it will not be allowed to become as cramped as Hong Kong, Nation Development Minister Mah Bow Tan assured.
Dialogue - Women and politics: The last big stride
If a woman were capable enough to be the prime minister and party leader, the party will not let gender get in the way, said Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong
Behind the scenes - Policy-making: Case of choices and trade-offs
It is impossible to make everyone happy when it comes to policies, despite the government's more consultative approach, says Transport Minister Raymond Lim, as every decision has its advantages and drawbacks.
Elections - PPF to set up study groups
Going into greater depth on issues will bring the level of discussions with ministers to a new level plus, provide more traction for the group in the policy-making process, explains the group's new chairman, Mr Satwant Singh.
Behind the scenes - Taiwan election an eye-opener
The small group of comrades who went to observe the election found themselves in a carnival-like atmosphere at rallies and came back with lots of insights into why the KMT won.
Forum
1. Give young people a stronger voice
R. Logapreyan urges the Party to devote some thought to recruiting young members to contribute to the PAP political process, and suggests how the welcome mat can be laid out.
2. Mas Selatmat: Better to learn from his escape
Happenings
- What a story
- Best turn-out at branch party
My Say
发扬我们的人道主义精神
前国会议员吴俊刚认为，在世界其他地方不辛遭遇灾难时，新加坡人应为災黎献出爱心，尽能力去帮助他们。这样，新加坡这个“小红点”将能获得世人更大的尊敬。
* Also in English
Cyberspeak - Inflation in the crosshairs
The surging cost of living continues to be a hot topic on the Net.
Backbencher's Bite - New times, new moves
It is important for the Party to pay attention to citizens' feedback, writes Comrade Denise Phua. This will help the PAP engage people and stay relevant.
Overheard
Best of the soundbites by ministers and MPs
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