In a commentary, SMU Associate Professor of Law Eugene Tan opined that more good people will be encouraged to join politics if there is a higher chance of a smoother transition back to civilian life when the time is right. He said that former politicians remain recognisable figures in Singapore, and continuing public curiosity and media attention can make a completely anonymous normal life harder. Assoc Prof Tan said that if Singapore needs good people in politics, we as an electorate should strive to create a gentler political culture that assures them of a relatively smooth return to civilian life.
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The Straits Times
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