Who the heck do they think they are? Total disregard for the MM and the government. Asking questions that shouldn't be asked, interrupting and trying to show that they've got brain? Geez!
One even said that she was afraid of asking a "stupid" question.
From where I was sitting, all the questions asked were stupid. It must've been disheartening for the MM to build up the country to this level only to have those who have never been through the tough times criticize the way it's being run now.
What do they know about politics? If they think that they're so capable, why not run for office? Yes, the people should question the government and keep it on its toes but what should be questioned would be the manifesto and not the method.
Does the govenment have any plans for the future? How can they assure the same quality of government that has been running the country in the past?
Questions such as these pop up in my mind.
Would "poaching" scholars into the civil service followed by joining the party be good enough? How will they ensure that Singaopre is not left behind in the global chase for a better life? Is there any way that the government can help to improve the quality of life here?
These are questions that should be asked. Not questions like "Shouldn't you be retiring?"
If I was the MM, I would shake my head in disgust and pose this back at them, "If the younger generation of Singaporeans thought the way you did, how can I retire?"
It's pathetic...it's political bashing...it's ridiculous. Period.
Thursday, April 20, 2006
Thursday, April 13, 2006
Outspoken Immaturity
If you've watched the dialogue with MM Lee, just as I have, you be fearful of what today's young think of politics.
Question such as "Do you think you're arrogant" and ..."the playing field is so skewed, it is impossible for us to have a good check" (with regards to the opposition not being able to play politics at a level field)
These questions are questions that demonstrate the immaturity of the young today. After all, the people have voted the PAP into the majority of parliament themselves. Was it because of lack of choice? Perhaps and perhaps not.
Why do are there walkovers? Simply put, because there are no opposition candidates to contest. Is it healthy? No but who will step up and an independant? People are not afraid of voting for the opposition. Not so much as people are afraid to RUN AS the opposition. Politics is a murky world. If you're in the opposition, the majority government will do it outmost to discredit you. Unless you have a squeaky clean past record and a good track record of success, you don't stand a chance because they will dig up everything you've done before.
They won't do anything illegal since these things when found out, will totally discredit them and what they've build so far. The smart people know that. That's why they join the winning party and in Singapore's case, it's not such a difficult choice.
We're comfortable with the goverment now. Yes, once in a while, when a new policy is passed, we make some noise over it but after a while, we learn to accept it. Just as we've learned to accept that there will be little or no opposition.
My question to the PAP is this, "Would new candidates in the PAP be characterised as people following orders? Would they have a mind of their own and if there is a conflict of interest with regards to certain policies, would they be able to sum up the courage and stand up to say "I don't believe that this is what my constituents want".
Question such as "Do you think you're arrogant" and ..."the playing field is so skewed, it is impossible for us to have a good check" (with regards to the opposition not being able to play politics at a level field)
These questions are questions that demonstrate the immaturity of the young today. After all, the people have voted the PAP into the majority of parliament themselves. Was it because of lack of choice? Perhaps and perhaps not.
Why do are there walkovers? Simply put, because there are no opposition candidates to contest. Is it healthy? No but who will step up and an independant? People are not afraid of voting for the opposition. Not so much as people are afraid to RUN AS the opposition. Politics is a murky world. If you're in the opposition, the majority government will do it outmost to discredit you. Unless you have a squeaky clean past record and a good track record of success, you don't stand a chance because they will dig up everything you've done before.
They won't do anything illegal since these things when found out, will totally discredit them and what they've build so far. The smart people know that. That's why they join the winning party and in Singapore's case, it's not such a difficult choice.
We're comfortable with the goverment now. Yes, once in a while, when a new policy is passed, we make some noise over it but after a while, we learn to accept it. Just as we've learned to accept that there will be little or no opposition.
My question to the PAP is this, "Would new candidates in the PAP be characterised as people following orders? Would they have a mind of their own and if there is a conflict of interest with regards to certain policies, would they be able to sum up the courage and stand up to say "I don't believe that this is what my constituents want".
Tuesday, April 11, 2006
Sleeping early
There's a wonderful feeling to hitting the sack at 7pm and waking up at 3am...
Well, yes, I do get the full 8 hours shut-eye time but apart from that, being up at 3 gives me the wonderful feeling that I'm fresh and fully awake to do my stuff.
Like write my blog & play Need for Speed Most Wanted.
I'm now driving an Aston Martin DB9...but only in the video game. I wish I had one for real though. The sound effects are alright but I wouldn't say that it's true to the cars themselves.
It's a fun game of dodging the cops etc but the soundtrack's a killah! Pity I can't find any online to stream here.
Thursday, April 06, 2006
National Service and Bonuses
I understand the fact that Singapore Permanant Residents can't vote. I also understand that SPRs might not share the same national loyalties or patriotism as citizens. What I don't understand is if that were the case, why I'm serving National Service.
Of course there are sensitive issues with regards to which camp or unit I'm in but sufficed to say that I'm trusted by MINDEF not to leak any military secrets. Yet, I don't receive the NS Bonus. Okay, politically, I understand I suppose. After all, this is an election year with the GE coming up, obviously they have to dangle some carrots from the budget and give it to people who can vote.
But why call it NS Bonus when it's not across the board? I wonder how many SPRs serve NS like I do. And since it's called NS Bonus, I would automatically assume that I am eligible. So far, there hasn't been any statement issued stating that SPRs who served full-time National Service and are currently Operationally Ready with Active In-Camp Trainings are not eligible.
Yes, it's only a $100 but still, money is money and MINDEF should at least make a mention of it. As an SPR, I believe that I'm contributing as much to the nation (National Service wise) as any citizen.
Oh well...something to bring up I suppose.
Of course there are sensitive issues with regards to which camp or unit I'm in but sufficed to say that I'm trusted by MINDEF not to leak any military secrets. Yet, I don't receive the NS Bonus. Okay, politically, I understand I suppose. After all, this is an election year with the GE coming up, obviously they have to dangle some carrots from the budget and give it to people who can vote.
But why call it NS Bonus when it's not across the board? I wonder how many SPRs serve NS like I do. And since it's called NS Bonus, I would automatically assume that I am eligible. So far, there hasn't been any statement issued stating that SPRs who served full-time National Service and are currently Operationally Ready with Active In-Camp Trainings are not eligible.
Yes, it's only a $100 but still, money is money and MINDEF should at least make a mention of it. As an SPR, I believe that I'm contributing as much to the nation (National Service wise) as any citizen.
Oh well...something to bring up I suppose.
Typing in the dark
Yessss...I can now type in the dark. Thanks to the new Saitek Eclipse keyboard with illumination. I don't know why, but manufacturers of PC notebooks till now, haven't got it in their heads that with the LCD Monitor so close by, it's almost impossible to see the keys on the keyboard behind the glare of the display.
Unfortunately, the Saitek's an external keyboard. It helps when I hook it up to my laptop but I feel that it's a little cumbersome. Why can't PC Laptop manufacturers get it right? Apple's Powerbooks have illuminated keyboards and they work wonderfully well. IBM's ThinkPads (now marketed as Lenovo) has a keyboard light which works pretty good but that's about the only one that offers built-in illumination.
I just wish that design engineers would steal ideas from one another once in a while. Just so that the provide that little extra value. Oh well...at least I'm enjoying my new kayboard (which incidentally costs $99).
Monday, April 03, 2006
Accident
"Guess what happened? I just drove my car straight into the temporary fence and into a pit. Its still got its ass sticking out but hey, I'll need a tow truck to get it out."
This was probably what the owner was trying to tell someone on his cellphone. I guess due to the wet and slippery condition of the road, he might have tried to take the turn with a little too much gusto.
It must've slipped cause from the looks of it, the car went straight into the barrier. Anyway, the workers lurking nearby would probably buy some 4Ds with the number plate of the car.
It's a good thing that no one was injured though. At least I saw none.
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