Tharman says he's glad Tan Kin Lian withdrew suggestion that his “top opponent” is involved in smear campaign, looks forward to 'fair, dignified and honourable contest'

SINGAPORE: Former senior minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam, 66, told supporters gathered in a field at the PA headquarters that he looks forward to a “fair, dignified and honourable contest focused on what each ofIn his speech at the People’s Association headquarters in Kallang, Mr Tharman also thanked his supporters for showing up and Mr Ng and Mr Tan for coming forward as candidates. He also added that he looks forward to a campaign that “unites Singaporeans and not divides us”.

Mr Tan also claimed that his “top opponent” is involved, along with the “editors of the mainstream media” and a women’s rights organisation. He has since amended his statement to remove references to the “top opponent”. Mr Tharman was also asked for his thoughts on Mr Ng calling him a “formidable opponent” and describing the race against him as “David versus Goliath”. In response, Mr Tharman said: “The real David is Singapore in the world of the Goliaths … and we need the best person with the best abilities and track record on the ground – nationally and internationally – to represent Singapore as head of state in this new era.

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