Some netizens back PM Wong’s claim that opposition uses personal attacks in debates
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said opposition parties launch personal attacks to bring down the PAP, even repeating distorted facts and false claims after issues have been clarified and supported with evidence.
For example, the Progress Singapore Party (PSP) keeps asserting that foreigners are taking jobs away from Singaporeans, according to The Straits Times (ST).
Source: Lawrence Wong on Facebook
Speaking at a PAP rally in Chua Chu Kang GRC on Friday (26 April), PM Wong suggested that the PSP might have taken inspiration from negative political tactics seen in Western countries that are becoming more insular.
Some netizens say PM Wong is right about opposition tactics
Some Singaporeans seemed to agree with PM Wong’s comments online.
One Facebook user said opposition supporters often “overplay the bad stuff” and ignore any positives due to bias. They even suggested treating these debates like “entertainment” — saying some trolls were just “earning a living”.
Source: Facebook
Another commenter agreed that opposition parties tend to resort to divisive politics and personal attacks, saying, “Singapore deserves leaders who unite, not divide.”
Source: Facebook
One Facebook user said that the opposition should concentrate on proposing ways to improve Singaporeans’ lives, instead of engaging in petty politicking.
Source: Facebook
However, not everyone agreed. One user questioned if PM Wong was himself engaging in a “personal attack” with his comments during the rally.
Source: Facebook
During his 45-minute speech, PM Wong stressed that Singapore must avoid divisive politics, warning that it could weaken the country during uncertain global times.
He emphasised that the PAP has a track record of adapting to change while maintaining good governance and that Singaporeans can trust the party to navigate future challenges.
He accused opposition parties of resorting to personal attacks and divisive rhetoric when they “cannot win an argument”, often alleging that the PAP has “lost its way” without offering better alternatives.
Tan See Leng moved to Chua Chu Kang GRC
In a surprise move, Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Gan Kim Yong emerged as one of the PAP candidates for Punggol GRC on Nomination Day (23 Apr). Manpower Minister Tan See Leng was moved to Chua Chu Kang GRC, filling the void left by DPM Gan.
Source: Tan See Leng on Facebook
PAP’s slate of candidates for Chua Chu Kang GRC is:
- Tan See Leng
- Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim
- Jeffrey Siow
- Choo Pei Ling
PSP’s slate of candidates for Chua Chu Kang GRC is:
- S Nallakaruppan
- Wendy Low
- A’bas Kasmani
- Lawrence Pek
Also read: DPM Gan Kim Yong to contest Punggol GRC, SM Teo Chee Hean stepping down
DPM Gan Kim Yong to contest Punggol GRC, SM Teo Chee Hean stepping down
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Featured image adapted from Lawrence Wong on Facebook.
