ST 28/10/2006 : Speaking with Youthful Idealism

Straits Times, 28/10/2006

Speaking with youthful idealism


At 30, Mr Christopher de Souza is the youngest MP in Parliament. The lawyer
MP for Holland-Bukit Timah GRC talks about the issues that concern him.

I will be raising issues closely associated with post-65ers, such as
education.

'I think the Education Ministry has done a fantastic job by also focusing on
'out-of-class' education and I will express my support for its shift towards
holistic education.

'I would also talk about how best we can take care of our teachers, in terms
of easing their heavy workload.

'But as an MP, I want to serve Singaporeans of all ages.

'This approach remains important because some key issues, such as defence and
education, are relevant to every generation of Singaporeans.

'Being the youngest MP, will I be nervous about speaking in Parliament?

'Sure!

'But I will go for a good, fast run and have a quick shower before the
opening. That way, my nerves will settle.'

Homeboy so cute! He's into sports, he's young, and he's Into Education.

Homeboy is DOWN with the younger generation. You know why? Homeboy is one of 'em! He so young - he don't use that Gillette thing yet. But that's ain't a problem see, cos LOTS of us homies are young. So he may be young, but that's good, cos we're young too, see, so being young ain't no prob, fact, it's an ASSET. He's young, so he knows what the young people wants.

Aww. My hommie smart!