Yah Lah But #635 ft. Bertha Henson - GE2025, Middle Fingers & the State of Opposition Politics
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Mar 26, 2025 Bertha Henson, a journalist known for igniting the NRIC unmasking saga, shares her unfiltered views on Singapore's political landscape. She discusses the recent NMP resignations and the implications of the EBRC report. Bertha critiques the performance of opposition parties and whether smaller groups should reconsider their strategies. She also reflects on how social media impacts political communication and the importance of authentic journalistic practices, all while keeping it entertaining and engaging.
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Depth Lost in Election Reporting
- Political news coverage today often lacks the depth and ground reporting of earlier times.
- Relying mainly on internet sources and quick interviews reduces the quality of election reporting.
Reporter as Primary Source
- Bertha Henson personally reported on controversial gerrymandering issues decades ago.
- She experienced skepticism as her direct knowledge from interviews was questioned online.
Non-Partisan Nature of NMPs Challenged
- The role of Nominated MPs (NMPs) is complicated by expectations of being non-partisan.
- An NMP's resignation citing partisanship challenges the constitutionally enshrined independence of the role.
