The only people upset about the NRIC controversy are the ones not affected by it
Whenever the "public" throws a tantrum about something you may almost certainly be sure they're wrong about it.
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PAP will be hoping for Trump to go crazy in 2025
Trump's victory was one of few good stories for the PAP this year.
How Singapore’s opposition parties can beat the PAP - a guide
In Singapore, populism works only up to a point.
As Pritam Singh awaits February verdict, when will Lawrence Wong call the election?
Given the unique circumstances, it could very well be an election that shakes up local politics more than it usually would – and both sides can win and lose big.
What does Trump’s victory mean for Singapore?
While others are losing sleep over Trump, Singapore's government gets its well-deserved rest.
Lee Hsien Yang is the most embarrassing Singaporean in history - and not because of the Oxley dispute
It's ironic Singapore's weakest man was born out of the strongest.
Lee Hsien Yang will never see Singapore again
It would take an improbable alignment of conditions for Lee Hsien Yang to ever dream about his criminal investigation going away, permitting him a return to Singapore.
Five times Pritam’s lawyer had to be corrected by the judge
Andre Jumabhoy, representing Pritam Singh in court, appears to have tested the boundaries of defence during the last week's proceedings.
Will LHY demolish Oxley house to force PAP’s move ahead of GE? How could PAP respond?
With the death of Dr Lee Wei Ling the Oxley drama may now kick into a higher gear as the General Election is just around the corner.
For the first time PAP risks creating opposition on its other side
As PAP adds more welfare policies it may begin to encourage resistance from those who recognise individual responsibility and self-sufficiency as vital to Singapore's success.
There’s one other person who can’t be too happy about Iswaran’s sentencing: Pritam Singh
Iswaran's sentencing has created a new context for cases involving Singapore's politicians.
Iswaran’s sentencing turned into a statement of Singapore’s justice system - and good news for the PAP
The presiding judge stole the show - but for all the best reasons. And despite seeing Iswaran sent to prison for a year, even PAP can be glad about the outcome.