The PAP is facing its most widespread challenge since the 1960s with 82 of the 87 seats contested and the opposition fielding successful professionals, entrepreneurs, former civil servants and ex-PAP activists as candidates.
Inflation, economic competition from immigrants and foreign workers and the growing gap between rich and poor have inflamed the campaign.
"There is considerable resentment against the government and its policies," admitted Foreign Minister George Yeo, who is leading the PAP in the most hotly-contested district. Full story
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