Singapore says no to liberal democracy for next 20 years

last SG · 2005-10-19T22:45:28+00:00

Singapore... A one-party republic? Sounds like communist to me.

chunyong SG

most of the people dun preach wat they say. the matrix don't have to change, u change. the matrix tries to change u but ultimate its u who change urself cos u give in..... Crying or Very sad

the Bear SG

no ifs and buts..

here's the long and short of it...

people are "brainwashed"... is that just an excuse?

or is it the opposition refuse to do the necessary simply because it is difficult?

if the opposition member builds his base from grassroots level, and is part of the people, making himself known to the people, doing what he can for them, doing good, will the "brainwashed" people support him?

or is the "brainwashing" thing just a cop-out? something to justify their impotence because they do not want to do the difficult things but want everything served to them on a silver platter?

those who have served the people from the grassroots up, made a difference, are sitting there in parliament, and they earned their place... so much for the "brainwashing" excuse..

do the right thing..

don't whine about it..

if you think a multi-party system is good, work towards it and earn the right to change.. if not, whinging about how "the man keeps you down" won't cut it..

OH-FF SG

Who wants to participate in Volunteering for GrassRoots activities at least once a month ??? Later we can find enough people to form a new Party ??

Come ?? Lets start organising now and maybe 15 years later we mature with enough resources and backings to Help the Community and serve people's never ending complains??

iveco SG

Single-party dominance is the ultimate bull$hit.

robertteh SG

When people are overwhelmed by press control, ISD, GRC, defamation suit, because of people of kiasu and kiasee attitude and failure to see larger picture of political rights and freedoms, it is no longer a simple question of walking the talk or standing up as oppositions or alternative any more. If we still have some oppositions left, they are inevitably crushed and reduced to clowns and jokers who will not make much of good opposition or alternative.

Singaporeans should not pretend that there is no problem. What they are seeing are look-good presentations and justifications of past policies with no desire or intention to change. Nothing really has changed. The bus fare, utility, medical and HDB prices are going to suck out whatever they earn if they are still employed. Singaporeans should change and not be the kiasu and kiasee who only care about their own immediate interests.

They should understand what is right and wrong and what is objective and wise about political freedom and rights and not be afraid to speak up and cast their votes accordingly. Only in this way can they change and finally regain their rightful place to speak and act freely to decide what they want of their country.

They now have to wise up as they are the only ones solely responsible and cannot blame anyone else.

LazerLordz SG

The ballot box is only outlet left.Exercise your vote with your brain and your conscience, think of your children and what kind of nation your generation wants to bequeath to them. Mr. Green

nanren4ever SG

I will make it short and simple:

If u guys think u are being repressed, if there is no liberal democracy, if the present situation is not what u all want. Go make a difference.

Go and stand up for your own rights.

Don't just come here and post and say that certain things suck.

And then enjoy whatever benefits u guys get from the government.

LazerLordz SG

Your very words are the epitome of intolerance. Rolling Eyes

lighthand SG

Wah! You all speak so cheem one!

All I hope to see is the "party whip" gone, then paliment will really be interesting Laughing

iveco SG

It is the Party Whip that is the cause of unpopular and harmful policies getting implemented because the PAP MPs risk suspension if they cast a negative vote. At least the Labour Party legislators in UK can disagree with B.liar about sending troops to Iraq and still not face suspension.

robertteh SG

Leaders should include the ability to convince critics of the rightness of their policies or actions even in the face of challenges and have to resort to any whips to cut off further deliberations or impose unpopular suspensions.

I really don't understand why our leaders do not show such important skills of communications. At least we forumers have more debating than the debates in real parliament.

lotus999 SG

It is exactly because we want to make a difference that's why we are here participating in this forum and other websites.

Maybe you have been in your cocoon for too long that you don't know the internet has become a formidable force in shaping or influencing public policies. One example is the onlinepetition which brought about the resignation of the corrupt NKF CEO.

Lowclassman SG

Because they thought themselves are the world class leaders with best of best brained creatures on earth; that's why they don't heel or acknowledge our comments.
Typically is an old chinese way of running a Singapore Inc. Father is boss, son is treasurer.....and so on.....

mistyblue SG

we never had any, don’t think anything will change… 20 yrs? yeah, about the number or years LHL will be productive in his current position …

plo30360 SG

Oh, yes we should stand up for our rights. And when we do that we should welcome the suits of libel,defamation, etc.

Of course let us not forget the beloved ISD who makes house calls, confiscates equipment and asks you to sign an 'aknowledgement' form that they are confiscating your stuff.

Catogarized as a nuisance by a 'member of the public' and being dispersed by riot police during peaceful protests despite having a permit...

Yes, you have made it short and simple indeed.

av98m SG

Unfortunately most of us are not rich enough to pay for a long and drawn out lawsuit, which will happen as our gahmen is quite trigger happy with its lawyers. Besides, no judge will dare to rule against the party. Thats why we do not have a jury system. heck, this is a country where people can be hauled up in court for owing themselves money (those cases involving CPF)

Arena SG

maybe u can educated more singaporeans into supporting the opposition

TooFree SG

I have always support democracy, thinking that is it often argued as the best form of governmental-ship. Having first read the article, I do applaused PM for his daredevil in not following suit, as what works best in other countries may not exactly work here. And that in my opinion, it is correct.
After having though throught, a few factors might deter having democratic form of government yet, at least in 20 years time.
1. Size of land
2. Religions, Cultures, and Races
3. Maturity of Singaporeans
4. Stability
To sum up, a quick change without through planning or change because others have more ideal system to the current political system might bring more adversely effect than beneficials. Be decisive might not work in political landscape. Mr. Green

O...k... But alternatively,

If Singaporeans have better ideas or feedbacks to voice out,
1. Feedback Unit
2. Join the PAP, make changes from within.

iveco SG

Even if we do have jurors, I wonder if all of them will openly side with the prosecutors. Rolling Eyes

av98m SG

Yah hor, completely forgot about that. *smacks head* Even the people who kow peh about the party also vote for them during elections!

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