Suicide bomber? I am not so wei3 da4 or desperate.Originally posted by pearlie27:Oops, hope you are not going to be a suicide bomber!
We have been very apathetic for the past 3 decades but thanks to the internet we are beginning to be more aware the socio-economical and political issues affecting us. We've just awakened so don't expect any change overnight.
Online petitions and street protests are not the only or best way to improve a country. I think it would be better to raise the awareness of the people so that all could contribute and be involved in the problem solving process of the nation. Through vibrant discussion and questioning we could open up our vision and explore all options and pitfalls. Life in Singapore would then be enhanced.
It seems to me that some among us raise their eyebrows at ridiculous policies being raised.Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Suicide bomber? I am not so wei3 da4 or desperate.
Vibrant discussion has been the norm for many years since 1997. In Singapore, almost every one below 50 years old are unsatisfied with the gov. But what are 99% of these people doing? - Discuss and complain within themselves. You can actually reviewed what was discussed in this speaker's corner since it started in 2000 and see how much discussion was there. But I don't recall any concrete actions done by the forumites.
So will Singaporeans, esp. the educated forumites here continue to be all talk, no action for the next 5 years? Stay tune in 2010!
Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Besides being enchanted with the thought of "migration", you are also cynical towards Singaporean's grouse towards the Ruling Party, the Government and its Policies.
Suicide bomber? I am not so wei3 da4 or desperate.
Vibrant discussion has been the norm for many years since 1997. In Singapore, almost every one below 50 years old are unsatisfied with the gov. But what are 99% of these people doing? - Discuss and complain within themselves. You can actually reviewed what was discussed in this speaker's corner since it started in 2000 and see how much discussion was there. But I don't recall any concrete actions done by the forumites.
So will Singaporeans, esp. the educated forumites here continue to be all talk, no action for the next 5 years? Stay tune in 2010!
Sorry I touched on your sore point of "all talk, no action". All great things are achieved through actions. You can talk and analyse till kingdom come and in 2010, you will still be talking and complaining.Originally posted by BillyBong:It seems to me that some among us raise their eyebrows at ridiculous policies being raised.
Others like ourselves, discuss it in meaningful forums.
And a 3rd group of people actually do something about it.
Unfortunately, a minority of disgruntled prefer to chide those who comment but 'do nothing'.
I wonder which is worse.
Whats wrong with migrating? I didn't portray myself as a patriotic Singaporean. I have a very concrete action plan to quit Singapore. It is a very tough plan but I am much guaranteed of the result if I can pull through. Does endless complaining and discussion get any results other than more frustrations?Originally posted by Atobe:Besides being enchanted with the thought of "migration", you are also cynical towards Singaporean's grouse towards the Ruling Party, the Government and its Policies.
You constantly demand "concrete actions" while your only and best option seems to be to MIGRATE - to quit Singapore ?
By your constant appeal to know what are our "concrete actions" to overcome our seemingly pathetic positions, are you looking for your answer in the "concrete actions" that we can offer for your consideration ?
Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Was there any indication in my post to suggest that migrating is wrong ?
Whats wrong with migrating? I didn't portray myself as a patriotic Singaporean. I have a very concrete action plan to quit Singapore. It is a very tough plan but I am much guaranteed of the result if I can pull through. Does endless complaining and discussion get any results other than more frustrations?
:Is your part so simply completed by merely asking and engaging forumites here a simple question:
Cynical towards Singaporean's grouse towards the Ruling Party, the Government and its Policies? I am more amused by the all-talk no-action attitude of Singaporeans. I did do my part for Singapore by asking forumites here "What are your concrete plans?" By the way, any concrete action plans that you plan to do is really none of my business. You do not need to share your plans with me. But I think it is a good idea to share with other forumites like Billy here who might contribute (of cos that depends on whether if he is a talker or doer). I do not care unless it affects my chances of migrating.
Originally posted by Cindyfeh:How much more condescending can you be ?
Migration is no big deal?
If you want to migrate to Malaysia or Indonesia, it is no big deal. I am sure it will be an easy process as they welcome you with open arms. If you want to migrate to developed countries it is not as easy. They will want you to have the relevant degree and working experiences. That is not easy. For example if you are a very good logistic manager it may not be easy for you to migrate as not every developed country need such talents. Either you forget about such countries or you change your profession to fit into what they want. If you are changing your profession, you may need to study and build up your resume again. That is what I am doing now and it is lots of effort. And we have not talk about the other half yet.
:How clever of you to do your last bit for Singapore by "starting a Fire, then scoot off to a First World Country" , while the Singaporeans who believe in you and take "concrete actions " remain to face the " music " ?
Whether you are all-talk no action or an action man doesn't matter much to me as long as it doesn't affect my chance of migrating. Also as stated in my previous message, I am doing my last bit for Singapore by trying to encourage people to take actions.
:Only the non-smokers will believe in you, while those smokers - who knows what is good for themselves - will not !
Every smoker knows that smoking is harmful and can result in lung cancer. But only those who take action to quit smoking will have their chance of having cancer reduced.
Great things are achieved through actions by those who face the problem. Running away from the problem does not solve the problem. If you run because you can't handle the problem, you are running away like a coward.Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Sorry I touched on your sore point of "all talk, no action". All great things are achieved through actions. You can talk and analyse till kingdom come and in 2010, you will still be talking and complaining.
Asking for concrete plans from other forumites is what you can do for singapore ???Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Whats wrong with migrating? I didn't portray myself as a patriotic Singaporean. I have a very concrete action plan to quit Singapore. It is a very tough plan but I am much guaranteed of the result if I can pull through. Does endless complaining and discussion get any results other than more frustrations?
Cynical towards Singaporean's grouse towards the Ruling Party, the Government and its Policies? I am more amused by the all-talk no-action attitude of Singaporeans. I did do my part for Singapore by asking forumites here "What are your concrete plans?" By the way, any concrete action plans that you plan to do is really none of my business. You do not need to share your plans with me. But I think it is a good idea to share with other forumites like Billy here who might contribute (of cos that depends on whether if he is a talker or doer). I do not care unless it affects my chances of migrating.
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Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Our forefathers and mothers only had themselves to talk to when they decide to migrate.
Man, you guys are really great talkers and analysers.
Say that I am a quiter or runner, I don't give a dam. It is still an action.
I leave you with this:
If your forefathers and mothers just talk and analyse on whether to quit or not to quit China, most prob you will still be in China now.
Cowpeh, looks like you are having a good time eh?
It seems you take great personal enjoyment in sliming the comments of others. Maybe that's your sole purpose in this forum for apart from goading the thoughts of others, you have not contributed anything 'concrete' yourself.Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Man, you guys are really great talkers and analysers.
Say that I am a quiter or runner, I don't give a dam. It is still an action.
I leave you with this:
If your forefathers and mothers just talk and analyse on whether to quit or not to quit China, most prob you will still be in China now.
Cowpeh, looks like you are having a good time eh?
Don't know whether you realise it or not, but your "encouragement" sounded more like instigation, inciting Singaporeans to petition, to stage street protests, etc.Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Nothing at all, no petition, no street protests, etc.
Also as stated in my previous message, I am doing my last bit for Singapore by trying to encourage people to take actions.
Suicide bombers are not wei3 da4 or desperate. They are brain-washed people who see no value in human lives, others' as well as their own. But since you're working very hard to improve your life I don't think you don't value your life at all.Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Suicide bomber? I am not so wei3 da4 or desperate.
Vibrant discussion has been the norm for many years since 1997. In Singapore, almost every one below 50 years old are unsatisfied with the gov. But what are 99% of these people doing? - Discuss and complain within themselves. You can actually reviewed what was discussed in this speaker's corner since it started in 2000 and see how much discussion was there. But I don't recall any concrete actions done by the forumites.
So will Singaporeans, esp. the educated forumites here continue to be all talk, no action for the next 5 years? Stay tune in 2010!
Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Sadly, amongst all the sgForumites here, you must be one of the far-out extreme case of being a 'burnt out' Singaporean, unlike many of us here, who still maintain a high degree of sanity and tolerance, both refined to the point of being able to live by "accomodating to the discomfort" .
Pearlie
My statement should restrict the age group to 20-50. Those below 20s might not know much so they are considered neutral. I do not have any AC Neilsen certified survey results. But ask any taxi drivers, ask your friends, hear how many are satisfied or unsatisfied. Also, just take a look at how many households are hanging the flat...You might want to refer to this thread to get an idea on how some forumites think about hanging flags:
http://sgforums.com/?action=thread_display&thread_id=142730
Lotus, Bill and Atobe,
I can ask you to do petitions, go on strike, join opposition parties, etc, etc. But its really your choice if you want to do it a not. I don't control your brain.
Bill and Atobe,
Migrating is not a fine print to save my hide. It is a loud bold print to save my hide. I never said I am patriotic. I always say I am self-centered. Migration is just fulfilling my mercenery character.
Although I do not agree with everything LKY says, I strongly admire his strenght in questioning. "What are your concrete action plans?" question didn't start with me. It started with him. Remember the NUS cultural hall incident earlier this year where he asked a student who made a comment about the erronous gov policies the same question? Today I understand and feel the power of that question as it really leave a deep impression in many of you.
Have the same thought, but most impressed with the way you put it. really admire your command of english. salute.Originally posted by Atobe:A person with an empty mind, and an empty soul, will be easily impressed at the slightest influence of a stronger personality.
Can the hall of University Students measure up to the wily cunning of an experienced politicians that survived the better part of 60 years of his life ?
Sure, any one in the shoes of a newbie undergrad will be impressed by the oratory skill of a trained lawyer, and a veteran motivator of mindless minions - whose oratory power has even held the attention of members of the US Senate and Congress during his first ever speech to the joint house.
What more can we expect from tertiary level STUDENTS ?
We cannot possibly blame every student in that Hall for being so easily impressed; but I wonder if all possess the same uncritical mind as yours, to be weight down by a simple question that merely ask :
" WHAT ARE YOUR CONCRETE ACTION PLANS ? "
To any person who understand the person behind the name LKY, that question asked - in his typical tone - is one of sheer CONTEMPT towards the Questioner, who has the temerity of belittling the policy of LKY's omnipotency.
Originally posted by sgdiehard:I am embarrassed by your compliments, and would like to take this opportunity to state my position is not to impress, but using this Speaker's Corner to practise a higher standard in the usage of English - at the same time as having fun in the exchange of views expressed here.
Have the same thought, but most impressed with the way you put it. really admire your command of english. salute.
How about having this thread 'migrating' back to the reality of seeing ERP being charged on north bound traffic on the CTE first, and subsequently to all the secondary arterial roads ?Originally posted by oxford mushroom:I cannot see where this thread is going..
Of course. But with your repetitive "What are your action plan?" you sound rather instigating and that might get you into trouble.Originally posted by Cindyfeh:Lotus, Bill and Atobe,
I can ask you to do petitions, go on strike, join opposition parties, etc, etc. But its really your choice if you want to do it a not. I don't control your brain.