Aljunied GRC Member of Parliament
Chen Show Mao has
announced his decision to step down as a partner in the
Davis Polk law firm with
effect from this month.
The 50-year-old Workers' Party executive council member said
this in a
note posted on his Facebook fan
page on Friday morning.
"It is quite clear to me that given my new responsibilities as
MP I will not be able to continue practicing law the way I have in
the last twenty years," he wrote, adding that leaving the firm will
give him more time for his family, constituency and country, and
"to explore alternative work arrangements".
"Law is in my blood and no doubt it will be part of my life," he
added, thanking his partners, colleagues and clients for the
experiences he has received over the years practicing with the
firm.
Netizens applauded his decision, with Chen's note receiving over
400 likes and more than 100 comments since it was first
posted.
User Er Han Koon commented, "Thank you, Mr Chen, for
showing us what true sacrifice and honour means."
Shirryn Quek, also wrote, "I salute you for your
courage and dedication to Singaporeans. Aljunied residents are so
fortunate to have you as their MP."
