[Bigiron]

REACH seeks feedback from Singaporeans on key concerns ahead of GE2025 

A recent survey by REACH, Singapore's national feedback unit, has sparked speculation that the data collected might be used to gauge public sentiment and determine the ideal timing for GE2025. 

The survey invites participants to reflect on 2024 and share aspirations for 2025, while also assessing confidence in the 4G Government's leadership and its care for Singaporeans.

https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2024/12...of-ge2025/

[Bigiron]

The provided survey questions exhibit potential for several types of bias:
 
- Leading Questions: The phrasing of the questions might subtly influence responses. For example, "The Government Cares for Singaporeans" presupposes that the government does care, potentially prompting respondents to agree even if they hold a more nuanced view. Similarly, "I am confident in the leadership of the 4G Government" is leading because it directly asks about confidence, rather than exploring underlying reasons for or against confidence.

- Acquiescence Bias (Yea-Saying): Respondents may tend to agree with statements regardless of their actual beliefs, especially if they want to please the surveyor or avoid conflict. The structure of the questions, using a Likert scale from "Strongly Agree" to "Strongly Disagree," makes this bias more likely.

- Social Desirability Bias: Respondents might answer in ways they believe are socially acceptable, even if it doesn't reflect their true opinions. Questions about government performance are particularly susceptible to this, as people may hesitate to express negative views publicly.

- Sampling Bias: The survey mentions that only 1200 eligible respondents will receive a reward. This selection process might not accurately reflect the opinions of the entire population of Singaporeans. The selection method needs to be carefully examined to assess the representativeness of the sample. If the selection is not truly random, then the results will be skewed.
 
To mitigate these biases, the survey design could be improved by:
 
- Neutral Question Phrasing: Rephrasing questions to be more neutral and objective. For example, instead of "The Government Cares for Singaporeans," a better question might be "What is your opinion on the government's care for Singaporeans?" This allows for a wider range of responses.

- Balanced Response Options: While a Likert scale is common, it's important to ensure the scale is balanced and includes options that represent a full range of opinions.

- Open-Ended Questions: Including open-ended questions would allow respondents to elaborate on their answers and provide more detailed feedback, reducing the influence of leading questions and response biases.

- Random Sampling: Ensuring a truly random sample of the population will help to reduce sampling bias. More information is needed about the sampling methodology to determine if this bias is present.

[Wy:Nox]

After 60 years of governing Singapore, this Govt has no idea about our key concerns. Frankly, 5G was already voted by the majority and should be updated to connect with the young voters.

[Scythian]

"COMMENTSNetizens criticise PM Wong’s video, urge Govt to address root causes of cost-of-living crisis
Netizens have voiced concerns over PM Wong’s approach to addressing the cost-of-living crisis. Many argue that distributing CDC vouchers provides only temporary relief and are calling for more substantial action on issues such as transport and rental costs."
https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2024/10...al%20costs.

[Ola]

So Hopeless again just like Mayors, Union Chief and NTUC.

[sgbuffett]

Is this act blur session?
They dont know major concerns of Singaporeans lkke cost of living, overcrowding, GST , healthcare etc?

I find it amazing they need to spend money on thjs exercise when should already know.

[Sticw]

When Amy Khor turned REACH into one way communication ignoring and erasing ground up feedback, it's already telling of their attitude. Then she went on to get fresh eggs when everyone else is trying to survive during COVID again tells you that they live in a bubble that YOU have allowed it so with your votes.

Don't blame them, look at the mirror for the answer. Cheers.

[Geneco]

Need some advice on why usual suspects are still avoiding their latest mRNA jabs and threatening public health and harming vulnerable pax by not fighting against evil covid doomsday black tongue white lungs variant from visa free lolololololololol....