13177 Hypersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 28 minutes ago, Fcw75 said: Another post from LHY. POLITICS IS FOR EVERY CITIZEN You may not be interested in politics, but politics is interested in you. I grew up in a family at the centre of Singapore politics. From the time I was born in 1957, politics was a part of my family, as my father fought first for independence for our country and then led the challenging and arduous journey Singapore took to nationhood. It would have been the most natural thing for me to have entered political office. But political leadership in Singapore needs to be much more than about one family or one man. The empirical evidence shows that dynastic politics causes bad government. When people enter politics on the back of the family name, they are often evaluated based on their parents and not their performance. This unfair advantage undermines meritocracy. How can we expect politicians to hold each other to account, if they are blood relations? I chose instead to enter the world of business, to be accountable to shareholders, employees and customers, and the community. I also sought to contribute to Singapore through volunteering in other institutions beyond my corporate roles. I wanted to forge my own path, to be my own man and a man of my word. I have chosen not to stand for political office because I believe Singapore does not need another Lee. I am interested in politics. I am involved through speaking up, by supporting candidates and parties I believe in, by contributing my time, ideas and resources to causes I support, and by seeking an open and independent media. I do not seek power, prestige or financial rewards of political office. I hope to be a catalyst for change. Being involved in politics can take many different forms. Amongst others it needs citizens to be aware of and contribute to the public discourse in the country, to support political parties one believes in, and to help them reach out to other voters. It is support for an independent media and for open and transparent government. It is being engaged, speaking truth to power, volunteering one’s time and contributing financially or otherwise for causes that one believes in. Politics is both the right and the duty of every citizen. Our country needs a broad and diverse parliament with members who care for its citizens and the future of our nation and hold themselves accountable to the citizens. It needs people from different walks of life who can imagine, inspire and execute. We need new ideas to reinvigorate Singapore. We must have genuine discussions and rigorous debate involving a diversity of Singaporean voices as we seek to navigate the challenging waters ahead. We need leaders who listen and who are receptive to those voices and needs. In the last few years, I have been approached by countless Singaporeans who have asked me to stand for political office. These are Singaporeans from all walks of life. I am deeply humbled. Many Singaporeans are very troubled that Singapore no longer has the leadership it needs. Sadly, the current government has failed its people. The rising anger and frustrations of the populace speaks for itself. The PAP has lost its way. We need to take action now. Speak up and be heard. Discuss openly the issues facing our country. Read and share independent journalism. Seek transparency and accountability in government. Talk to your friends and family to help them see the need for change. Volunteer your time and resources to support the parties you believe in. Vote fearlessly. Rescue the future of the country we love. Politics is not just for politicians. It is for every citizen. LHY post so many and yet no contest? Lol. ↡ Advertisement 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ysc3 Twincharged June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 22 minutes ago, Fitvip said: Down side of having a logo. Maybe dementia comes early... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ysc3 Twincharged June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 (edited) 1 minute ago, Fcw75 said: Confirm delay lor... 😫 I guess that's why they are smart to put an extra year in the pcd to protect against this type of things. Edited June 30, 2020 by Ysc3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icedbs Turbocharged June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 16 minutes ago, Ysc3 said: https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/ge2020-whos-confirmed-contesting-where?utm_source=editorialteam&utm_medium=notification Except for one GRC and one independent hero at Pioneer SMC, the rest are straight fights. Look like opposition coordinated themselves well this time and avoided 3 corner fights as much as possible. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staff69 Hypersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 (edited) What plan..plant..plank Edited June 30, 2020 by Staff69 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fcw75 Hypersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 5 minutes ago, Ysc3 said: Maybe dementia comes early... Should let her have early retirement. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tianmo Hypersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 3 minutes ago, 13177 said: LHY post so many and yet no contest? Lol. I bet he gotten himself an open ticket, standby at changi airport on 10 july.... 讲, 扬是天下无敌 做, 扬是有心无力 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fcw75 Hypersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 1 minute ago, Staff69 said: What plan..plant..plank Did someone do the FAST test for him after that? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fcw75 Hypersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 6 minutes ago, Ysc3 said: 😫 I guess that's why they are smart to put an extra year in the pcd to protect against this type of things. First because of COVID. Then delay of building materials. Then shortage of workers. 😓 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickenfarm Turbocharged June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 3 minutes ago, Staff69 said: What plan..plant..plank His script was placed upside down? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staff69 Hypersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 (edited) Errrrr....cousins Singaporeans all died already is it...2million plus citizens only can find cousins https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/ong-ye-kung-and-paps-new-face-xie-yao-quan-are-cousins?utm_source=facebook Edited June 30, 2020 by Staff69 3 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mockngbrd Supersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 Y SG no hav like this for our Election?https://soranews24.com/2020/06/30/pm-abes-face-masks-worn-as-bra-by-tokyo-assembly-member-candidate/ 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windwaver Turbocharged June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 33 minutes ago, Fitvip said: Down side of having a logo. Spoiler Haha, my wife also noticed that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
13177 Hypersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 (edited) 39 minutes ago, Ysc3 said: https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/ge2020-whos-confirmed-contesting-where?utm_source=editorialteam&utm_medium=notification I see liao the oppositions list contesting at all the GRC and SMC, looks like nothing much to look forward and hope in oppositions in this GE. Edited June 30, 2020 by 13177 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mockngbrd Supersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 I can write better speech lo...People always ask me about East coast, It's fantastic. Let me tell you about East coast. I do very well with East coast. I love East coast. No one loves East coast more than me, BELIEVE ME. East coast loves me. We're going to have so many East coast you are going to get sick of East coast. The East coast just got 10 feet higher. I have the best East coast. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fcw75 Hypersonic June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 (edited) 8 minutes ago, Staff69 said: Errrrr....cousins Singaporeans all died already is it...2million plus citizens only can find cousins https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/ong-ye-kung-and-paps-new-face-xie-yao-quan-are-cousins?utm_source=facebook No wonder I was thinking they look similar. Always about who you know I guess. Edited June 30, 2020 by Fcw75 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kobayashiGT Internal Moderator June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 9 minutes ago, Tianmo said: I bet he gotten himself an open ticket, standby at changi airport on 10 july.... 讲, 扬是天下无敌 做, 扬是有心无力 I think he also stand by what he means lah. He doesn't want to have too many "Lees" inside the cabinet. If he contests, even if he is an opposition, still cannot change the facts that he is a Lee. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tkseah Turbocharged June 30, 2020 Share June 30, 2020 9 minutes ago, Mockngbrd said: I can write better speech lo...People always ask me about East coast, It's fantastic. Let me tell you about East coast. I do very well with East coast. I love East coast. No one loves East coast more than me, BELIEVE ME. East coast loves me. We're going to have so many East coast you are going to get sick of East coast. The East coast just got 10 feet higher. I have the best East coast. U can be Trump's speechwriter... ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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