Hermitage 1st Gear May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 Yes Bro. It seems that many Singaporeans have indeed waken up from the long slumber.....including myself. Yeah! That's good to know. Before the rallies started, I was really indifferent to anything to do with politics. My stand was like que-sera-sera, just let it be lah, no use fighting them, they're too strong. Was numbed by the ruling party's oppression. Resigned to Impotence. This is exactly how they want us to be. But a friend of mine quite literally forced me to attend a WP rally at Bedok, and seeing the sheer number of people in attendance, felt pride for the first time in a long time at being Singaporean, and being able to vote! Once in 5 years, we are actually more powerful than the FTs! Since then, I realised how important my vote is to the future of this country, and have surprised myself by watching almost all the speeches on ge.sg Haha! A Mass Awakening. Sounds like history could be made next week! ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albeniz Turbocharged May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 This round, a lot of heavy weights joined the opposition band wagon. They are highly-successful professionals (e.g. Dr Ang, Dr Vincent, Mr Tan, Mr CSM etc). These people could have taken the easy path by joining PAP to become ministers. They are not doing so. It is all about passion for our country! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadX Moderator May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 This round, a lot of heavy weights joined the opposition band wagon. They are highly-successful professionals (e.g. Dr Ang, Dr Vincent, Mr Tan, Mr CSM etc). These people could have taken the easy path by joining PAP to become ministers. They are not doing so. It is all about passion for our country! as I said...that is indeed a sign there is trouble inside Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albeniz Turbocharged May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 Dr Ang was a frequently invited guest to the morning TV show on Channel 8. I am wondering if Dr Ang lose this election (as an Opp party candidate), would he still be invited to the TV station to share his medical knowledge? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bfree Neutral Newbie May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 Yeah! That's good to know. Before the rallies started, I was really indifferent to anything to do with politics. My stand was like que-sera-sera, just let it be lah, no use fighting them, they're too strong. Was numbed by the ruling party's oppression. Resigned to Impotence. This is exactly how they want us to be. But a friend of mine quite literally forced me to attend a WP rally at Bedok, and seeing the sheer number of people in attendance, felt pride for the first time in a long time at being Singaporean, and being able to vote! Once in 5 years, we are actually more powerful than the FTs! Since then, I realised how important my vote is to the future of this country, and have surprised myself by watching almost all the speeches on ge.sg Haha! A Mass Awakening. Sounds like history could be made next week! Me too. Actually, I void my vote in 2006 by being overseas cos I too dont see the point in voting anymore. But this time round, Yes Bro, felt pride being a Singaporean. Mass Awakening indeed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albeniz Turbocharged May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 Me too. Actually, I void my vote in 2006 by being overseas cos I too dont see the point in voting anymore. But this time round, Yes Bro, felt pride being a Singaporean. Mass Awakening indeed. This time round, I cancelled my trip overseas, specially to stay behind to cast my vote! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hermitage 1st Gear May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 Me too. Actually, I void my vote in 2006 by being overseas cos I too dont see the point in voting anymore. But this time round, Yes Bro, felt pride being a Singaporean. Mass Awakening indeed. HeeHee! Yeah, in '06 was super bochap. Still, I did the right thing lar. Not out of anything other than spite really. This time round, it's different. There's passion, there's courage, there's strength in the opposition, and a real need for change!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chengwh492 Clutched May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 SINGAPORE IS FOR THE PEOPLE OF SINGAPORE. TO ALL SONS OF THIS SOILS! Be without fear in the face of your enemies. Be brave and upright, that God may love thee. Speak the truth always, even if it leads to your death. Safeguard the helpless and do no wrong; that is your promise and rise a knight... A knight for a new country. A better country. A country of conscience... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windwaver Turbocharged May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 "He counted very carefully. 1. 2. 3...5. Only 5 O levels?" (another round of laughter) "How many of you have 5 O level?" My best friend shouted "I don't have any!" as several in the crowd raised their hands. Mr.Chiam smiled in his heart (I could feel) and replied, "Then you and I are the same. And I have become a lawyer now." At this point, the crowd cheered so loudly that a friend who was sleeping on the other side of the estate was woken up by the uproar. After a round of hearty laughter, the crowd fell silent as Mr.Chiam continued speaking (he apologised in the beginning that we have to be very quiet because he couldn't speak loudly). He told us that it is o.k if we are not as smart as the others, and it is o.k if we do not seem as successful as the others. Some of us maybe late bloomers, but all of us have the potential to be better people, as long as we stay true to ourselves and keep trying. That is really inspirational, I hope people can learn from this. Having good grades doesn't mean a thing at all in life; I'm the best example . In life, you just have to take it easy and life is always unfair. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigerwoods Turbocharged May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 SINGAPORE IS FOR THE PEOPLE OF SINGAPORE. TO ALL SONS OF THIS SOILS! Be without fear in the face of your enemies. Be brave and upright, that God may love thee. Speak the truth always, even if it leads to your death. Safeguard the helpless and do no wrong; that is your promise and rise a knight... A knight for a new country. A better country. A country of conscience... You got this quote from Nicholas Cage "Season of the Witch" ?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hermitage 1st Gear May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 He could have just retired peacefully with his current state of health, but no, he still chooses to stand up to what he believes in. "I am actually not a brave man, but i love Singapore, and i love Singaporeans..." Compare this to Lui Tuck Yew's kindergarden story of tall trees and mushrooms, and let your heart decide. Fcuking rubbish story comparing themselves to trees! End up super self-pawned judging by the comments Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bfree Neutral Newbie May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 You got this quote from Nicholas Cage "Season of the Witch" ?? I believe he quote frm Kingdom of Heaven. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albeniz Turbocharged May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 Fcuking rubbish story comparing themselves to trees! End up super self-pawned judging by the comments Based on my understanding, the TREE refers to the PAP. He actually asked us (the people) to PROTECT THE TREES (PAP government). Shouldn't it be the other way, the government should be the one protecting us, not the other way. They want us to vote for them (the tree), so that the tree's multi-million dollar salary can be protected? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alim 1st Gear May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 NOW LIVE: Mr Chiam's SPP Rally Live from Bishan Stadium Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yewheng Twincharged May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 NOW LIVE: Mr Chiam's SPP Rally Live from Bishan Stadium Ya I watching now.. Quite disappointed with the last speaker.. not really that good.. haiz.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hermitage 1st Gear May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 Ya I watching now.. Quite disappointed with the last speaker.. not really that good.. haiz.. CST spoke already? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yewheng Twincharged May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 CST spoke already? i start watching at 8:13pm.. till now CST haven't start speech yet.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hermitage 1st Gear May 2, 2011 Share May 2, 2011 i start watching at 8:13pm.. till now CST haven't start speech yet.. Yeah yeah. Read down the online comments and apparently CST will come on right after this. This is Mohd Hamim btw. CST CST CST CST CST CST!!!!!! ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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