Fresh recruit better than NCM?Imo, getting in under the wing of a GRC with a heavy weight does not solely mean the candidate is more valuable or cherished. But to make up the majority numbers in parliament with new wide eyed fresh recruits, to dilute the opposition as most would already know. How often is it that some retire as an MP when we didn't even know they existed as an MP in the very first place.But granted being in an smc is neither here nor there for the incumbent, and his past behavior and values represents that of the current party. Husband and wife can also get divorced under changing circumstances.
What I can say that there is something inside the party about NCM. He should be contesting under a GRC under LHL or LW where his MP seat is guaranteed. Victor is a good classic example. Despite losing 2 times in GE, LHL knows that he will not have a third chance if he is left alone or placed under a weak GRC. So he took him under his wing to secure his win. Victor does not need to spend so much effort this time round compared to the last 2 times. AMK GRC is 100% a PAP win.