Thoughts on Singapore Elections Compilation 2

OK a fair few days late, but here's the second of two compilations of status updates - most of these on the night of the elections as votes were being counted and results announced.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #13:
The problem with Goh Chok Tong is that his acronymed name is too hard to say. 'LKY' seems lubricated to roll right off the tongue. 'LHL' for some reason makes me almost laugh. 'WKS' is harmonically disjointed but expectorate well. 'MBT' - I think of cycling backwards for some reason. 'GCT'? My tongue gets twisted around each letter, much like his mind around each concept I think.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #14:
Just what exactly is Cooling Off Day and who is affected? I think it's a load of rubbish as the democratic process is an ongoing one. If, as it's intentioned, we are to make an informed decision, surely we need to continue to access information and opinion?

Singapore Elections Thoughts #15:
This GE has shown that political awareness is everybody's right and responsibility, and that the future can indeed be determined by individuals.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #16:
If ever there was an argument against the concept of GRCs, it is Tin Pei Ling's win.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #17:
The highest majority for a PAP GRC win so far is 66.5%. As expected, not a large margin. The days of dominance by one party seem definitely over.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #18:
The CNA coverage is atrocious with the hosts talking over each other often or having nothing very substantial to say when they're not.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #19:
Chiam out. End of an era. One warrior bows out. Wish 'the other one' would too.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #20:
Not only that Wong Can't Sing, he can't give a good victory speech either.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #21:
Oh, why not interview Tin Pei Ling, CNA? I would lurvvvvvvveeee to see her figure out what to say.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #22:
Hmmm Raymond Lim (the transport one) back in... OK the next time you have a football competition, please do print your face on the footballs - I will definitely take part. And I won't be sorry.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #23:
Wah, now Lim Swee Say's turn to say 'sorry'. How many more tonight? And will they even remember the word tomorrow?

Singapore Elections Thoughts #24:
Oh wow, Viv wins too. sigh...

Singapore Elections Thoughts #25:
Well done WP in Aljunied! Booo to CNA for showing George Yeo's speech first.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #26:
Can George Yeo can be a NCMP?

Singapore Elections Thoughts #27:
CNA, please tell your presenter that she's using the word 'contestation' wrongly. No one's disputing the result - they were just 'contesting' the seat.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #28:
Viv is thanking the volunteers. I wonder if they were fed better than the YOG volunteers.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #29:
A fresh-faced team from NSP still got 43% of the vote when up against the former Primer Minister's team. Well done!

Singapore Elections Thoughts #30:
That was close in Potong Pasir. Kinda wish it had been the other way. Rejected votes might have swung it.

Singapore Elections Thoughts #31:
I don't agree with the online petition to remove Tin Pei Ling. If you'd felt strongly enough you should have voted against her. If you were not in Marine Parade GRC, you should have persuaded voters not to vote her in. This is how democracy works.

Singapore Elections Thoughts Compilation 1

Been silent on both blogs for the longest time but slowly getting off my butt and inspired to write again.
Will start here by compiling some of my recent Facebook status comments on the Singapore Elections.

Singapore Election Thoughts #1.
Sometime ago my RC organised a Raymond Lim football competition. I think they would have gotten more participation if they'd had his face printed on every football.


Singapore Elections Thoughts #2:
I find it so strange that it's Vivian Balakrishnan who's making a homophobic fuss as when he first came on the scene (no pun intended!) I thought he was gay.


Singapore Elections Thoughts #3:
The Elections are bang in the middle of school exams. Seems the PAP is going to face a stern test too. What will be their grade I wonder?


Singapore Elections Thoughts #4:
Seeing as we're all expecting (even hoping for) many of the opposition to win seats, would a large PAP win therefore become the 'freak election result'?


Singapore Elections Thoughts #5:
wah, these buggers also got 'talent' what...
SDP Loves Singapore


Singapore Elections Thoughts #6:
Saw a PAP truck going around with speakers blaring and I was tempted to drive alongside sounding my car horn to drown out the cackle from their loudhailers. hmmmmm


Singapore Elections Thoughts #7:
The Worker's Party should design posters with their logo right on the bottom then place these posters just above the PAP ones so it looks like the hammer is hammering the PAP fellas... heh heh


Singapore Elections Thoughts #8:
So what the heck are you afraid of even if somehow your vote isn't secret and you vote for the opposition? It's your darn right to vote for whomever you please for goodness' sake. What could possibly happen to you? You pay higher GST? Already gonna happen, mate...


Singapore Elections Thoughts #9:
Gotta hand it to the PAP - they've done a great job screwing with everyone's minds and equating PAP = Government = Executive (Administrative) = Singapore. So many people I've heard/read confuse the roles of the Legislative and Executive branches of government and actually believe water will stop flowing from the tap if they vote in an Opposition MP. OK I exaggerate slightly...


Singapore Elections Thoughts #10:
Although not a big fan of using 'National Service' as the excuse or reason for all sorts of things, I do agree wholeheartedly that if you are old enough to serve the country, you would, by implication, be old enough to think about who you would like to lead your country.


Singapore Elections Thoughts #11:
A friend thought I am Singaporean what with my interest in the GE. Politics affects everyone personally and we have no choice but to be interested and involved. It is no different from studying for an exam, or doing research for a project, or even looking for the best Mee Siam stall - it affects you, it is your life, so find out more, get interested, and make an informed decision.


Singapore Elections Thoughts #12:
Thinking about the two incidents at PAP meet-the-people sessions. Wonder why the opposition MPs never had such incidents, especially since these opposition-held wards are supposed to be near-slums. Could it be perhaps these MPs are more engaging with their constituents? Just wondering...