Singaporeans awash in vouchers, cash payouts as election nears

Impact on public sentiment tends to wane as benefits become routine

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The CDC vouchers were initially intended as financial relief for low-income households during the pandemic. (Photo by Mayuko Tani)

MAYUKO TANI

SINGAPORE -- With a general election slated for later this year, Singaporeans find themselves increasingly inundated with government-issued vouchers, rebates and cash handouts.

"CDC Voucher Accepted here" signs are a common sight at supermarkets, smaller retail shops and hawker stands, referring to vouchers from the government's Community Development Council system.

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