Using ChatGPT to summarize strengths of party based on profiles

There's no easy way getting/ scraping data off the CNA website on candidates for the General Election 2025, so I had to manually copy and paste the information into a spreadsheet. And since I didn't have much time, I just did it for 7 profiles (magic number) of the first two parties listed on the website (PAP and WP).

Then I used ChatGPT to summarize the strengths of the two parties based on these 7 profiles. This was the prompt used: Here is a list of profiles. Summarize the strengths of this group of profiles: xxx... Given the small number of profiles used, the results might not be representative; however, we can look at it as those contesting for Aljunied GRC (with two other additional party individuals).

This was the result returned by ChatGPT

For WP profiles:

1. Deep Parliamentary and Political Experience

• Several individuals, notably Ms Sylvia Lim, Mr Gerald Giam, Mr Pritam Singh, and Mr Yee Jenn Jong, have extensive experience as MPs or NCMPs.

• They bring strong legislative knowledge, honed advocacy skills, and a track record of scrutinizing government policies and pushing for better governance, social justice, and democratic development.

2. Professional Expertise in Law, Policy, and Business

• Ms Sylvia Lim and Mr Muhammad Fadli are practising lawyers with leadership roles in legal education and town council governance.

• Mr Kenneth Tiong and Mr Nathaniel Koh bring strong business and technology acumen, with experience in management consulting, AI-driven platforms, and digital innovation.

3. Advocacy for Social Equity and Stronger Institutions

• Across the profiles, there is a common emphasis on fair treatment for workers, greater support for families, more transparent policymaking, and building resilient and democratic institutions.

• Several members stress the importance of long-term thinking and inclusive national development, showing commitment to future-proofing Singapore’s society and economy.

4. Strong Commitment to Community Service

• Many profiles, such as Mr Yee Jenn Jong and Mr Muhammad Fadli, show active grassroots involvement — from food rescue programmes to Meet-the-People Sessions and town council work.

• There's a clear ethos of service before self, aiming to create a more compassionate and supportive society.

5. Passion for Youth Development, Sports, and Public Engagement

• Mr Gerald Giam and others express strong interest in youth development, especially through sports.

• Public speaking, education outreach, and community event organization also feature heavily, showing ability to connect with diverse groups of Singaporeans.

6. Vision for a Technologically Empowered Future

• Mr Kenneth Tiong advocates for cultivating modern industrial and tech growth engines for Singapore, reflecting forward-looking economic perspectives.

7. Personal Well-Roundedness and Interests

• Members bring a wide range of interests — from sports, music, food blogging, wrestling storytelling, to academic reading — reflecting well-rounded personalities capable of relating to Singaporeans from all walks of life.

In short:This group combines political maturity, professional excellence, community dedication, and a vision for a more inclusive, democratic, and future-ready Singapore.

For PAP profiles:

1. Deep and Sustained Commitment to Community Service

• Almost all profiles, including Ms Chan Hui Yuh, Mr Jagathishwaran Rajo, Dr Adrian Ang, and Mr Daniel Liu, reflect long-term grassroots involvement — often more than a decade — supporting seniors, families, youths, and vulnerable groups.

• Strong track record of building community resilience, especially evident during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.

2. Leadership in Professional and Civic Spheres

• Ms Chan Hui Yuh, Dr Adrian Ang, Dr Faisal Abdul Aziz, and Mr Daniel Liu lead businesses in sustainable construction, environmental services, healthcare, and urban planning respectively, demonstrating professional excellence alongside civic leadership.

• Mr Lee Hsien Loong’s decades of national leadership — including as Prime Minister — adds profound policy depth and statecraft to the group.

3. Advocacy for Social Inclusion and Support Systems

• Profiles such as Mr Jagathishwaran Rajo, Darryl David, and Mr Lee Hsien Loong highlight a strong emphasis on mental wellness, lifelong learning, early childhood education, and ensuring that no one is left behind, from seniors to freelancers to children.

4. Expertise in Nation-Building and Strategic Urban Development

• Mr Daniel Liu’s urban governance expertise and Mr Lee Hsien Loong’s legacy of strengthening Singapore’s global positioning and national institutions bring valuable urban and national planning competencies to the group.

5. Emphasis on Education and Skills Development

• Darryl David places high importance on early education and skill-building as pillars for future success, showing a future-oriented focus on empowering the next generation.

6. Strong Values-Based Leadership

• Common values across the group include kindness, inclusivity, dignity, resilience, and unity — evident in Mr Jagathishwaran’s community work, Dr Faisal’s patient care, and Ms Chan’s elderly outreach efforts.

• Several were inspired early by family influences and personal experiences to engage deeply in service to others.

7. Multicultural Fluency and Connection to Diverse Communities

• Darryl David’s multilingual abilities (Mandarin, Hokkien, Teochew) reflect the group's broader ability to connect across Singapore’s diverse society, fostering trust and cohesion.

In short:This group brings together seasoned national leadership, dynamic professional expertise, long-term grassroots dedication, and a deep, values-driven commitment to building an inclusive, resilient, and forward-looking Singapore.

It then asked me "Would you also like a side-by-side comparison of the strengths between this group and the earlier group you provided? It might be helpful depending on what you intend to use the summary for."

I've also pasted the table returned by ChatGPT here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oStTXCdZDCwPhsZGSataFAEG2YenLtPhoHzaP1Iz-I0/edit?usp=sharing

Key Summary:

• Workers' Party group: Focused on strengthening democracy, enhancing fairness, governance transparency, and building a future-ready economy through innovation and empowerment.

• PAP group: Focused on sustaining national stability, fostering social inclusion, and future-proofing citizens through education, urban development, and community care.

Both groups show deep public spirit and professional excellence, but they differ slightly in strategic emphasis — one leaning more toward systemic political reform and empowerment, the other toward social cohesion, urban resilience, and citizen well-being.

ChatGPT then asked me "Would you like me to also create a visual chart summarizing this comparison if you intend to present or share it more easily? 🎯"

Which I said "yes".

And it returned the following: