[GE2025] The Workers' Party (WP) Discussion Thread

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yperic said:


Get to know our candidate - Paris V Parameswari 维巴黎

Paris is a former U.S. Navy Security Administrator who resigned to participate in the General Elections. She previously served in the Republic of Singapore Navy as a uniformed personnel for six years and also worked as an administrative executive in the insurance sector. In addition, she served in the United States Navy for 18 years.

She volunteers as a Victim Care Officer with the Singapore Police Psychological Unit, a Case Officer with the Singapore Prison Service, and a volunteer with The Achievers—a non-profit, non-religious organization that supports individuals with mental disabilities at the Institute of Mental Health.

Paris joined the Workers' Party to be a part of a dynamic team representing the voices of Singaporeans and to advocate for necessary changes. She values the passionate and formidable team.

She also advocates for better job opportunities for ex-offenders, aiming to support their reintegration into society without the burden of past stigma. From her experience, many ex-offenders are often restricted to low-paying roles—such as logistics assistants, drivers, movers, or chefs—due to the limitations imposed by their criminal records, which hinder access to better prospects.

Read her profile here: www.wp.sg/candidate/paris-v-parameswari

#wpsg #WorkingForSingapore #StepUp #GE2025
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‘Thought he is the leader of the opposition?’: Pritam Singh says WP not inclined to step aside for other parties​

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Mr Singh said WP does not take part in talks aimed at preventing multi-cornered fights.

WP won’t step aside for other opposition parties: Pritam Singh​

Singapore may see more three-cornered fights in the upcoming General Election (GE2025), after Workers’ Party (WP) chief Pritam Singh declared the party will not step aside or give way to other opposition parties, according to The Straits Times (ST).

At a press conference on 19 Apr at the WP’s Geylang headquarters, Mr Singh made it clear: WP has no plans to participate in opposition talks aimed at avoiding multi-cornered contests.

He noted that the political landscape is open, making it likely that more three-cornered fights will take place in future elections.

The remarks came as the WP introduced its third batch of new candidates, signalling that the party is full steam ahead for GE2025 — regardless of whether other opposition parties enter the same battlegrounds.

Netizens question Pritam’s role as leader of the opposition​

Following Mr Singh’s comments, some netizens voiced disappointment, questioning his ability to lead a united opposition front. One netizen said they thought he was the leader of the opposition and questioned if it was only in name.

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Source: Facebook

Another user questioned whether voters could trust him to form the next government if he “can’t even convince and unite” the opposition.

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Others speculated that the WP’s stance could lead to vote-splitting and a “messy opposition” during elections.

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Tough contest expected for Sengkang​

Besides Sengkang GRC, Aljunied GRC, and Hougang SMC, the WP has not officially revealed other constituencies it plans to contest, though possible candidates have been seen on the ground in PAP-held areas like Tampines and East Coast.

When asked about Sengkang GRC — WP’s youngest and most hotly contested ward — Mr Singh acknowledged that the party’s win in 2020 was by a razor-thin margin.

In a major upset back then, WP clinched 52.12% of the vote, unseating a People’s Action Party (PAP) team led by former minister Ng Chee Meng.

Mr Ng has since confirmed he will contest in Jalan Kayu SMC this time around.

Mr Singh was frank about the challenge ahead, telling Sengkang voters: “The more balanced political system that will be good for Singapore and Singaporeans starts with you and your vote.”

Abdul Muhaimin Abdul Malik

Source: MS News

This year’s WP team in Sengkang includes returning MPs He Ting Ru, Louis Chua, Associate Professor Jamus Lim, and newcomer Abdul Muhaimin Abdul Malik. They’ll face a revamped PAP lineup, helmed by Dr Lam Pin Min, the sole returning candidate from the 2020 team.

Similar to Mr Muhaimin, most of the 11 WP candidates unveiled in the past three days are in their 30s.

Mr Singh, 48, said the youth of these candidates signifies not only a generational shift but also the party’s growth and its commitment to staying connected with Singaporeans.

He recounted a conversation with former party leader Low Thia Khiang, who stepped down as he felt out of touch with younger Singaporeans.

Mr Singh emphasised the importance of bringing in individuals who can represent the dreams, aspirations, hopes, and concerns of their generation and present them in Parliament.

Proposing recognition of state of Palestine​

The WP’s latest manifesto includes a call for formal recognition of the State of Palestine.

Mr Singh said this isn’t a departure from the party’s usual approach, citing past statements such as WP’s stance on the South China Sea.

He noted that the Singapore Government has already expressed, in principle, support for a future Palestinian state — so WP’s position isn’t unusual.

He said that while the party maintains a cautious approach to foreign policy, it does not mean they are unable to express their views on the matter.

Following the launch of the WP’s manifesto on 17 Apr, Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded to media queries by stating that Singapore has consistently supported the Palestinian people’s right to a homeland through a negotiated two-state solution.



The Ministry added that, as the Minister for Foreign Affairs stated in Parliament in July 2024, Singapore will recognise the Palestinian state when the time is right.

The Ministry also noted that this position aligns with relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions, which aim to allow Palestinians and Israelis to live together in peace and security.

WP focusing efforts in north-east and east of Singapore​

For now, Mr Singh said the WP will focus on its traditional bases in the north-east and east, including Aljunied GRC, Hougang SMC, and Sengkang GRC.

He explained that, at present, much of their advocacy and political efforts are focused on the north-east and areas they have contested in previous elections.

He clarified that while there may eventually be a move westward, their current focus remains on the areas they have been active in for many years.

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not good ley 18 yrs in a foreign military, now running in GE, skali real identity is double agent 007.5 :p
 
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  • 18 years with the United States Navy
    • Security-related duties, including law enforcement and force protection
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err... security guard?
 
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