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Men In White: The Untold Story Of Singapore's Ruling Political Party

Men In White: The Untold Story Of Singapore's Ruling Political Party

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Men In White is the inside story of one of the world's most successful political parties. Narrated in three parts, it is oral history spun in a journalistic mode and spiced unapologetically with anecdotes, quotes and human interest to breathe life into past events. Three writers from The Straits Times backed by four researchers conducted some 300 interviews in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong and China. The result is a dramatic account of the PAP – warts, blemishes and all – and of the pivotal moments in its history which changed the course of Singapore forever. PART ONE tells how a Cambridge-educated lawyer and his anglicised associates collaborated with radical Chinese-speaking trade unionists to drive out the British colonialists and how they fought each other to the bitter end. PART TWO captures the agonies of leadership renewal and charts the ascent of Goh Chok Tong who succeeded Lee as the second prime minister. It ends with Lee Hsien Loong taking over from Goh in 2004 and leading the party to victory in the 2006 polls. PART THREE wraps up the PAP story by delving into the key principles that characterise Singapore governance and concludes with the intriguing poser: Will PAP outlive LKY?

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ISBN13: 9789814266512
ISBN10: 9814266515
Language: English
Publication Year: 2010
Format: Hardcover

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    Insightful political history of Singapore's dominant party.

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    If you're curious about Singapore's political landscape, Men In White offers a compelling inside look. It's engagingly written with rich anecdotes that humanize the history of the ruling party, making complex political shifts accessible and interesting. Perfect for readers who love deep dives into political history and the stories behind leadership transitions.

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