"Being an inspiration, role model to girls 'the most satisfying' part of role, says outgoing President Halimah" in CNA (12 September 2023)
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I hope that, in terms of gender, that provides at least an opportunity for people to say well, you know, at least in Singapore, you can, regardless of gender, regardless of race, regardless of religion, you are able to reach the highest office, provided you want to work, that you have the capability.
— Halimah Yacob
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This is a placeholder explanation generated by the low-overhead model. It interprets "I hope that, in terms of gender, that provides at least an opportunity for people to say well, you know, at least in Singapore, you can, regardless of gender, regardless of race, regardless of religion, you are able to reach the highest office, provided you want to work, that you have the capability." in the context of ""Being an inspiration, role model to girls 'the most satisfying' part of role, says outgoing President Halimah" in CNA (12 September 2023)" to mean that wisdom is timeless.
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About Halimah Yacob
Halimah Yacob (born 23 August 1954) is a Singaporean politician and lawyer who served as the eighth president of Singapore from 2017 to 2023. She is the first female president in Singapore's history. Prior to her presidency, she served as Speaker of Parliament from 2013 to 2017 and was the first female speaker in Singapore's history.
About Halimah Yacob
Halimah Yacob (born 23 August 1954) is a Singaporean politician and lawyer who served as the eighth president of Singapore from 2017 to 2023. She is the first female president in Singapore's history. Prior to her presidency, she served as Speaker of Parliament from 2013 to 2017 and was the first female speaker in Singapore's history.
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