Yah Lah But #641 ft. Harpreet Singh - The Time for Change Is Now, His Long Journey Into Politics & Reforming the Singapore Dream
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Apr 9, 2025 Harpreet Singh, a Senior Counsel and Workers' Party candidate, shares his unexpected journey into opposition politics, reflecting on why a legal expert would pursue such a path. He discusses the need for significant educational reforms, highlighting issues with the current system that stifle creativity. Personal anecdotes reveal his resilience through professional challenges, including a memorable clash with Lee Kuan Yew. Harpreet also advocates for changes in housing and political representation, aiming to empower future generations in Singapore.
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Harpreet's Walkabout Debut
- Harpreet Singh began volunteering for the Workers' Party walkabouts during COVID-19 in 2023.
- His presence quickly caused a buzz among residents and his professional peers recognizing him on the ground.
Desire for Courageous Leadership
- Singaporeans crave more senior professionals who speak truth to power without seeking safety or rewards.
- Harpreet's step into politics resonates deeply as an example of courage and principled leadership.
Formative Years Shape Politics
- Harpreet's upbringing in Aukang and schooling at St. Andrews cultivated independence and political interest.
- His education in law coincided with learning about the 1987 Marxist arrests, shaping his sense of justice.