The Straits Times

In an article contribution, Associate Professor Tan Ern Ser, Department of Psychology, highlighted that the concerns of the sandwiched generation and the middle class will matter in GE 2015 and that the perceived hardships arising from issues such as housing, healthcare and the pursuit of upward social mobility could affect the People’s Action Party (PAP) Government’s track record, notwithstanding its efforts to address them over the past four years.

Assoc Prof Tan opined that Singaporeans may not turn away from the PAP because of the highlighted issues. However, a re-elected PAP will need to explore new ways to ensure that the notion of “the good life” is attainable while keeping true to the fundamentals of economics.

He added that while the undecided votes may still prefer the PAP Government, they may be inclined to cast their vote to the opposition instead – resulting in a freak election.

He hopes that Singaporeans will vote for the party that can help Singapore stay afloat and steam ahead and not squander the advantages and resources we have acquired over the last 50 years.

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