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Teacher, Thinker, Rebel, Why - Portraits Of Chee Soon Juan

by Huang Chihmei, Leong Yan Hoi, Jaslyn Go
Teacher, Thinker, Rebel, Why - Portraits Of Chee Soon Juan - Thryft
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Unveiling Singapore's resilient opposition politician Chee.

If you find tales of political underdogs compelling, then Chee's story may resonate with you. This book isn't just about politics; it's a personal journey of resilience and an insight into Singapore's unique political landscape. Chee Soon Juan's determination and growth against adversity might inspire you, as well as offer a fresh perspective on the power of media and government in shaping public opinion.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Teacher, Thinker, Rebel, Why - Portraits Of Chee Soon Juan

by Huang Chihmei, Leong Yan Hoi, Jaslyn Go
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ISBN: 9789810946241
Authors: Huang Chihmei, Leong Yan Hoi, Jaslyn Go
Publisher: Singapore Demcratic Party
Date of Publication: 2015-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, Politics
Related Topics: Biography, Politics, Biography, Political Science, Society
Goodreads rating: 3.77
(rated by 13 readers)

Description

Dr Chee Soon Juan, a young lecturer with the National University of Singapore, burst onto the political scene in Singapore as an opposition politician in 1992. By 1993, he had lost his job with the University, and the Singapore government run by the People's Action Party, as well as the country's main media, was painting him as untrustworthy, foolish and dishonest. Lawsuits and political stones were thrown his way, harping on his obdurate and unconventional ways of challenging the status quo.For more than two decades, a majority of Singaporeans lived with this impression. But the strange thing was that Chee did not fade away. Instead, the Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) he leads has grown from strength to strength -- impressing discerning Singaporeans with a level of discipline, professionalism and youthful recruitment seldom seen. In the international arena where different media and audience hold sway, Chee has achieved recognition and accolades among the political community.So who really is Chee the man? The writers in this book paint portraits of the Chee they personally know, and a different picture emerges. We get to know a man of resilience, of sincere intellect and deep patriotism.It is also a grim reminder to Singaporeans of how the combined unbridled power of a compliant media and an authoritarian government can be the biggest obstacle to truth and community.
 

Unveiling Singapore's resilient opposition politician Chee.

If you find tales of political underdogs compelling, then Chee's story may resonate with you. This book isn't just about politics; it's a personal journey of resilience and an insight into Singapore's unique political landscape. Chee Soon Juan's determination and growth against adversity might inspire you, as well as offer a fresh perspective on the power of media and government in shaping public opinion.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.