I think if you want to engage in social media, you must take the good with the bad.
I was drawn to the ethos of WP, which believes in building a strong and reasonable opposition that contributes to our political landscape in Singapore in a constructive manner. It's a party that does not oppose for the sake of opposing.
I like someone who can make me laugh and can make me feel secure.
We need a President who is intellectual, who is a brilliant thinker, and not only that, someone who has a heart for the people and who can represent Singapore on the greater world stage.
The president needs to be a figure that unites Singaporeans. In order to do that, he needs to be someone who not only understands the viewpoints held by the establishment, but those held by the other more divergent sectors of society.
If I want to be brave enough to stand up and make my opinions count, I will have to take the punches and roll with it.
A lot of people have the expectation that politicians shouldn't just disappear into the woodwork even if they didn't win the election.
I still feel very uncomfortable with the term 'celebrity' because I don't see myself as one.
I just like to eat, buy food, eat food. Eating is my hobby.
Technically I don't play sports because I have two left feet and I cannot coordinate and my motor skills are a bit 'out of whack.'
I try to have lunch or dinner with my parents on the weekends.
I tend to do things without my parents' permission.
What's wrong with Singapore is the idea that things need to be done in a certain way or not at all. Black or white. No room for alternative discussion.
In a democracy, you have the right to say what you want, but don't forget about equality: are you putting someone else down by saying it?
In Parliament, you need to ensure that there is a diverse and well-rounded group of individuals who are coming together to speak on behalf of national interests. I want to represent the voices of young Singaporeans who feel that they want a stake in this country, who want to have their voice heard.
I started in politics as a fresh graduate wanting to make a difference, by bringing more political awareness and interest to young people.
I just want to say that I want to endorse Tan Jee Say for President because I think he really has what it takes.
I think if you want to go into politics, you have to take a very long-term view with regards to what you want to achieve. You can't make changes in just a short time.
For me, any chance to serve Singapore even in its limited capacity... I would be glad to take it up and use it to serve Singaporeans.
Looks are just something on the surface. I think the electorate is more discerning than that. They want to know your stand on policies.
