In an interview with Malaysiakini, Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) secretary-general Chee Soon Juan reflects on the personal and political struggles he has endured as well as his hopes for a more open and equitable future for Singapore.

The 63-year-old father of three, who has weathered decades of electoral setbacks without stepping away from politics, discusses a wide range of issues, including mental health, social and economic pressures, the Albatross File, and the role of the opposition in a tightly constrained democratic environment.

He speaks candidly about the emotional toll of his political journey, describing moments of doubt alongside the resolve that has kept him engaged in public life.

For him, persistence is not merely a political strategy but a conviction forged through years of confronting adversity.

Below are excerpts from the interview...