Ever since he became Prime Minister seven years ago, Lee – a one-time cancer patient – had rarely shown active or high-profile leadership.
Most of the time, he was overshadowed by former minister mentor Lee Kuan Yew.
But since the shocking election setback and his father’s exit, Lee seemed like a man transformed.
Although it is too early to pronounce judgment, a re-energised Lee has surprised many Singaporeans by moving this far, this quickly, with change.
Some believe that he has no choice but to do so if he wants to avoid a worse drubbing in the next polls. Full story
