As Singapore prepares for the upcoming presidential election, the spotlight is once again on the unique institution of the elected president. This time, talk has centred on the qualifying criteria for private sector candidates, which some perceive as exceptionally stringent. Do we really need such a high bar for this office and what qualities should a president possess to perform the role well?
Answering these questions requires clarity about the aims of the elected presidency and the nature of the president’s role.
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