IN ARGUING 'Why there is no need for a by-election' on Wednesday, Mr Lionel De Souza's reliance on Section 24 (2A) of the Parliamentary Elections Act is a non sequitur.

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at a time of elevated inflation and rising unemployment, chance of a by-election is nil . . .

Do not waste taxpayers' money lah!
Why hold a by-election if opposition sure lwiil lose?

As the ancient Roman saying goes, the people basically need two things: bread and circuses. The by-election is basically going to be a circus. When to mount a circus to take the people's mind off certain things is an art. Timing is what it is about - not money.

The govt is well known to be very legalistic about things.
But apparently not so when it comes to a vested interest that being legalistic would seemingly put them at a disadvantage. Of course, a lot of citizens know only too well that it is so only when its convenient to their purpose to be so.

Any by elections are for a greater good. Money expended is always worthwhile. The ruling party must face audit by the people (through elections).

This will keep any minister and/or mp on their toes because they know that they will be sacked by the people anytime if they fail to perform.... This is what they always tell us.

This PAP leadership is a shame

Pls do what is right and good for the long term benefits of Singapore.

Correction #7,
This PAP leadership is a sham.
But what can we expect from a carpet general?

They should have a by-election. They should not fear; they must have the courage and let the new PAP candidates fight on their own rather than hide behind a heavyweight minister.We need leaders who can fight and win; not handpicked.

"...highest per capita reserves in the world." Ya, so now you know how Singaporean are being milked?