GE2025 | Ep 5: The SDP Episode (with Dr. Paul Tambyah)
Who is the Singapore Democratic Party (SDP), and what sets them apart this GE2025? In this episode of our GE2025 special, we sit down with SDP Chairman and infectious diseases expert Dr. Paul Tambyah to unpack the party’s identity, vision, and strategy. From healthcare to housing and education, we explore the SDP’s core beliefs, its evolution since 1980, and how it positions itself within Singapore’s political landscape.
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Chapters:
00:00 Start of Episode
02:35 Welcoming Dr. Paul Tambyah
03:32 About the SDP and What It Stands For
05:37 The Left and Right of Politics
06:37 The SDP’s Values
08:51 How the SDP Differs from Other Political Parties in Singapore
11:34 Reevaluating Who to Vote for in GE2025
14:37 Defining ‘Parachuting’ in Singapore Politics
15:47 Qualities the SDP Looks for When Fielding Candidates
17:02 Key Issues the SDP Will Focus on If Elected to Parliament
18:20 The SDP’s Northern Strategy
20:50 On Announcing Where the SDP Intends to Contest in GE2025
22:37 Key Messages for Young Voters
25:24 The SDP’s Strategy for GE2025
27:12 Why Young Voters Should Attend Election Rallies
28:47 What to Expect from an Election Rally
30:30 Understanding the SDP’s Manifesto
35:06 Reaching Out to Young Voters: The SDP’s Approach
36:22 Addressing the "Mad Man" Perception of Chee Soon Juan
38:07 Why Paul Tambyah Chose to Join Politics Through the SDP
40:48 Being in the Public Eye and Facing Public Scrutiny
45:41 The Future of the SDP: Target Demographics
47:27 What Success Looks Like for the SDP in GE2025
48:29 How Having the SDP in Government Could Benefit Singaporeans
49:28 Why Young Voters Should Vote for the SDP
51:58 Closing Remarks
52:53 End of Episode
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