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Lee Hsien Yang explains why he chose not to stand for political office
Being involved in politics can take many different forms, said Progress Singapore Party member Lee Hsien Yang, brother of Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong.
He said in a Facebook post around 1.40pm: "I have chosen not to stand for political office because I believe Singapore does not need another Lee.
"I am involved through speaking up, by supporting candidates and parties I believe in, by contributing my time, ideas and resources to causes I support, and by seeking an open and independent media."
"I do not seek power, prestige or financial rewards of political office. I hope to be a catalyst for change," he added.
He said that it would have been the "most natural thing" for him to stand for political office, but political leadership in Singapore "needs to be much more than about one family or one man".
Singapore needs a broad and diverse Parliament with members who care for its citizens and the future of the nation and hold themselves accountable to the citizens, said Mr Lee, adding that there needs to be new ideas to reinvigorate Singapore, and leaders who listen and are receptive.
"Vote fearlessly. Rescue the future of the country we love. Politics is not just for politicians. It is for every citizen," he said.
Being involved in politics can take many different forms, said Progress Singapore Party member Lee Hsien Yang, brother of Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong.
He said in a Facebook post around 1.40pm: "I have chosen not to stand for political office because I believe Singapore does not need another Lee.
"I am involved through speaking up, by supporting candidates and parties I believe in, by contributing my time, ideas and resources to causes I support, and by seeking an open and independent media."
"I do not seek power, prestige or financial rewards of political office. I hope to be a catalyst for change," he added.
He said that it would have been the "most natural thing" for him to stand for political office, but political leadership in Singapore "needs to be much more than about one family or one man".
Singapore needs a broad and diverse Parliament with members who care for its citizens and the future of the nation and hold themselves accountable to the citizens, said Mr Lee, adding that there needs to be new ideas to reinvigorate Singapore, and leaders who listen and are receptive.
"Vote fearlessly. Rescue the future of the country we love. Politics is not just for politicians. It is for every citizen," he said.