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“Election” and “power” were the two key words this past week as campaigning kicked off in Malaysia and US voters cast their ballots for the midterm races.
As Malaysia gears up for a high-stakes 15th General Election on Nov 19, it’s Game of Thrones all over again, says Asian Studies Professor James Chin. Amid a crowded election field, what might voters expect when the main coalition leaders all belonged to then split off from the same party?
Across the world, a predicted Republican wave turned into more of a ripple. The best word for this US midterm election is “normal”, and the results so far suggest that many Americans – from both parties – want stability back.
In Singapore, the People’s Action Party (PAP) held its conference on Sunday, where the key message was one of going back to basics to win the hearts and minds of Singaporeans, says Institute of Policy Studies’ Dr Gillian Koh.
Finally, if you’re looking for something to do this weekend, how about gardening? CNA’s Erin Low writes about how she tried to grow her own food and the respect she came away with for the incredible odds plants have to overcome to go from garden to table.
We hope you enjoy the selection of commentaries this week.
Alison Jenner
Senior Editor, Commentary
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