The Mandate of Singapore Government

Not sure about you, but I feel that the word “mandate” is probably the most popular and overused term in recent times, as we head into GE2020 and as Nomination Day officially kick-starts the campaigning period.

I have been hearing this term for some time now and am intrigued by it. What does it mean by having a “clear mandate is important to tackle challenges ahead”?

What does a “mandate” really mean and how does it help them to tackle the challenges ahead? Why is the ruling party constantly talking about the “mandate” they need so much and…