Singapore political parties' politicians' views on homosexuality

Since the early 21st century, Singapore's LGBT community has become increasingly aware of the power of the 'pink vote' to aid them in their struggle for equality. Journalists from the mainstream, LGBT, human rights and civil society activist media grew more emphatic in querying politicians regarding their views on equal rights for LGBT Singaporeans. These quotes were published and accessible to the general public for comment. The LGBT community became more inclined to vote for political parties which supported equal rights for them above other considerations. This was because after basic economic needs were fulfilled, spiritual and human rights aspirations strode towards the forefront.

=People's Action Party=

Lee Kuan Yew

 * Main article: Lee Kuan Yew's views on homosexuality

Former Prime Minister, Senior Minister and Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew has publicly expounded his views regarding homosexuality on several occasions. His opinions are relatively liberal ones and in keeping with mainstream scientific opinion. 

Hri Kumar Nair

 * Main article: Hri Kumar Nair's views on homosexuality

People's Action Party (PAP) Member of Parliament (MP) Hri Kumar Nair supports the repeal of Section 377A of the Singapore Penal Code which criminalises sex between men.

He also feels that there are Singaporeans who have questions concerning and are deeply affected by their sexual orientation and that the Government needs to provide a facility for those seeking advice or support. Furthermore, society should have a frank conversation about its approach towards homosexuality.

Hri Kumar also disagreed with the National Library Board's decision to destroy 3 LGBT-friendly children's books in 2014. 

Charles Chong
=Singapore Democratic Party=

Chee Soon Juan
=Workers' Party=

Sylvia Lim
=Reform Party=

Kenneth Jeyaretnam
=See also=


 * Singapore political parties’ positions on LGBT concerns – General election 2011
 * Archive of parliamentary debate on Section 377A (22, 23 October 2007)

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