Goh Chok Tong’s remarks on role of opposition raises many alarm bells

Sgpolitics.net
27 Jul 2008

"Goh Chok Tong said that Singapore’s political system must change to keep pace with an evolving society, yet there are certain things that must not change. “Whatever the refinements we may make to our political system down the road, some core principles must remain the same,” he said.

So what are those core principles that must remain constant? Goh Chok Tong said, “One, any changes must be fair to all parties and give them an equal chance to contest and win; two, they must not lead to democratic chaos and politics of division; and three, they must not put Singapore’s unity and harmony, growth and prosperity and long-term interests at risk.”

On the surface, Goh Chok Tong’s statement appears very reasonable. But let’s dig slightly deeper."


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