GE Tonight: Politics or Pageant? Why Singapore's Female Candidates Deserve Better

What do a viral karaoke clip, some flirty dating bios, and a beauty contest nickname have in common? They're all part of the wild world of GE2025’s online buzz — and we’re breaking it all down on GE Tonight’s Social Media Wrap with Thecla Li. We kick things off with a look at the uncomfortable but all-too-familiar territory of women in politics being judged for their looks. Candidates like Alexis Dang and Sun Xueling are being compared online in what some netizens call a “goddess showdown.” But not everyone is amused. Prominent voices like Anna Haotanto and Sylvia Lim have spoken out to remind voters what truly matters in a political race: substance over surface. Then, it’s time to smile. From campaign songs to unplanned singalongs, it seems our politicians have discovered their inner pop stars. The standout moment? Edwin Tong jumping into a duet at Bedok North Market — and melting hearts across TikTok. And just when you thought things couldn’t get more entertaining, the internet went and turned our leaders into Tinder profiles. Whether it's “looking for a long-term relationship... with peace and stability” or “loves fresh starts and making plans,” the bios have made policy seem a little more… dateable. To cap things off, guests Nicholas Fang and Reuben Ng step up with their own hilarious entries. Trust us — this is one episode you’ll want to swipe right on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.