extracted from ST forum.
THERE is no doubt that Mr Khoo Swee Chiow has achieved remarkable
feats. He has proven that 'he can do it'. After putting Singapore
on the mountain-climbing and polar-expedition maps, Mr Khoo's other
exploits are about putting his personal stamp in record
books.
However, why should good money be given to a person for his
self-glorification? What does his being underwater for 212 hours
and 30 minutes do for Singapore?
It is misguided of the Northeast CDC to help promote his
self-glorification. The Dare To Dream Fund should sponsor someone
who can bring glory to Singapore or help its economy.
I applaud Mr Khoo's achievements, but he should go out and earn a
living like everyone else and not depend on charity and public
funds to achieve personal goals. The $150,000 in sponsorships would
help the National Kidney Foundation very nicely and benefit about
75 kidney patients for a month, instead of one man for his 212
hours and 30 minutes of glory.
Robert Yeo Sai Boo
