The PAP government under Lee extended its use to an ever-expanding range of crimes.

Despite these ill omens, the PAP government embarked on a vigorous program to address Singapore's various economic and social problems.

Tan said he could "provide real and effective checks and balances on the excesses of the PAP government" since the President has veto power in some key areas.

"Many desire to see more opposition voices in parliament to check the PAP government."

As a result, the PAP government switched its focus away from dialects towards encouraging English-speaking and educated Chinese to speak more Mandarin.

In the establishment of urban renewal programmes, some difficulties were experienced by the PAP government.

The PAP government then proceeded to launch the "Graduate Mother Scheme" to entice graduate women with incentives to get married.

Workers' Party chairman Sylvia Lim said that her party would fight for more seats in parliament but did not expect to topple the PAP government.

Lee highlighted the successes of the PAP government since the last election, especially in creating jobs, reducing unemployment, retraining workers, and investing in young people.

Lee said that the PAP government would take care of older Singaporeans and help them work longer.