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Joining politics at just 19 isn’t your usual coming-of-age story — but that’s exactly what Muhammad Aqmal did with the Young Democrats, SDP’s youth wing. And with an opposition party, no less. So how did his family take the news? Plus, since we’re keeping things fun, we hand Aqmal a ‘report card’ to grade Singapore’s politicians.
(02:15) Say hi to Aqmal of SDP’s Young Democrats!
(08:26) How did his family respond to him joining an opposition party?
(15:10) Aqmal’s “Report Card” ranking of ministers
(20:17) Future of young politicians in Singapore
(27:03) What makes SDP’s manifesto special?
(29:05) Aqmal’s aspirations and dream job
(33:08) Hot button issues this GE2025
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