Gan Kim Yong spearheads search for new PAP candidates

[MarrickG]

SINGAPORE - The People's Action Party (PAP) has started its search for potential candidates for the next general election, with the recruitment process being spearheaded by PAP organising secretary Gan Kim Yong.

Members of Parliament (MPs) interviewed by The Straits Times said that they have identified a number of candidates and are in the process of submitting the names to party headquarters.

In the past two general elections, most potential candidates were sent to the ground about a year before Polling Day. Some were sent as late as five weeks before the date.

This time round, the MPs said the new faces are expected to be seen on the ground learning the ropes as early as mid-2012, in preparation for the next election due in 2016.

This is in line with Prime Minister Lee Hsien Long's message, conveyed recently during a party convention, that PAP would be adopting a more robust recruitment process, where potential candidates are identified, tested and deployed to the ground earlier.

PM Lee added that PAP aims to avoid "parachutists" coming in at the last moment, in reference to the party's history of new candidates suddenly appearing in its branches just before GEs.

This may cause unhappiness among today's voters, who may feel they are being taken for granted, said sixth-term backbencher Charles Chong.

The results of the previous GE, which saw Aljunied GRC fall to the opposition, has lead to potential candidates being evaluated more on their "political acumen" - how they communicate and relate to the people - this time round.

Tampines GRC MP Baey Yam Keng termed the new slate 'The Real Politicians', in contrast to previous batches of recruits, which some have criticised to be "all technocrats and good civil servants".

Sembawang GRC MP Ellen Lee cleared up the misconception that pro-PAP views are an entry requirement, saying that as long as they have integrity, are outspoken and have diverse views, they will be considered.

However, finding a more diverse slate of candidates is "easier said than done", noted Mr Chong.

Those in the civil service's elite administrative service scheme are barred from joining a political party, and attracting private sector candidates remain difficult.

Chua Chu Kang GRC MP Mr Zaqy Mohamad said the majority of the candidates who turned down the opportunity to be fielded for the last GE were from the private sector.

 

[HedgeTrader]

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[Confuseous]

SINGAPORE - The People's Action Party (PAP) has started its search for potential candidates for the next general election, with the recruitment process being spearheaded by PAP organising secretary Gan Kim Yong. (And his qualifications......?

Members of Parliament (MPs) interviewed by The Straits Times said that they have identified a number of candidates and are in the process of submitting the names to party headquarters. (Note it is "identified", ie picking them off the streets without their knowledge).

In the past two general elections, most potential candidates were sent to the ground about a year before Polling Day. Some were sent as late as five weeks before the date. And therein lies the problem. Good leaders or potential leaders are not defined by participation in grassroot affairs. It is about getting people to follow you, not you follow people).

This time round, the MPs said the new faces are expected to be seen on the ground learning the ropes as early as mid-2012, in preparation for the next election due in 2016.(And there are dumbcows willing to agree to stand for erection in 5 years time without knowing whether the incumbents' popularity will decline or not? Those who sign up gotta be dumb; make that a double dumb).

This is in line with Prime Minister Lee Hsien Long's message, conveyed recently during a party convention, that PAP would be adopting a more robust recruitment process, where potential candidates are identified, tested and deployed to the ground earlier.(Is LHL say that they have been less than diligent in selecting candidates the last time round?)

PM Lee added that PAP aims to avoid "parachutists" coming in at the last moment, in reference to the party's history of new candidates suddenly appearing in its branches just before GEs. (No comments)

This may cause unhappiness among today's voters, who may feel they are being taken for granted, said sixth-term backbencher Charles Chong.
(What does an immortal know about the feelings of lesser mortals, realy).

The results of the previous GE, which saw Aljunied GRC fall to the opposition, has lead to potential candidates being evaluated more on their "political acumen" - how they communicate and relate to the people - this time round. (If the policies are correct, for the benefit of the people and there is passion and EQ, political acumen is unnecessary).

Tampines GRC MP Baey Yam Keng termed the new slate 'The Real Politicians', in contrast to previous batches of recruits, which some have criticised to be "all technocrats and good civil servants".(For a guy who is the head honcho of an internationally renowned PR firm, his choice of words are a disaster and if I were one of his clients, I would be very worried. BTW, is he himself a "real politician?)

Sembawang GRC MP Ellen Lee cleared up the misconception that pro-PAP views are an entry requirement, saying that as long as they have integrity, are outspoken and have diverse views, they will be considered. Hello Ms Lee, name me some of those in the category that you have just mentioned. Of what use are diverse views anyway? Inderjit confirms that PAP MPs are just really loud speakers, playing to his Master's Voice. Let's not even talk about the Whip yet).

However, finding a more diverse slate of candidates is "easier said than done", noted Mr Chong.(Really, Mr Chong? Give Low Thia Kiang a call; he may pass you some of his rejects).

Those in the civil service's elite administrative service scheme are barred from joining a political party, and attracting private sector candidates remain difficult. (Hmm, they should read the WP Recruitment Manual).

Chua Chu Kang GRC MP Mr Zaqy Mohamad said the majority of the candidates who turned down the opportunity to be fielded for the last GE were from the private sector.

(Aiyah, they can always depend on the military and the unions).

 

[streetsmart73]

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hi there


1. bro, "pighead" seems to be more appropriate leh!
2. just look at its fat face.