WP Launching Manifesto on 14 Jan
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snow leopard,ndmmxiaomayi,sgdiehard and the rest who do make sense..
Let it bark or run in circles...
Does anyone out there believe that we will still have the same people in power if it were single wards..well the truth is the people in power themselves do no have the self believe that they can pull it off..and that is a fact acknowledged by mentor himself.. -
Originally posted by Salman:
"Running round in circles" with a "no brainer, one liner" statement that cannot even stretch beyond the width of this page ?
Self delusion you say? Check out the older threads and see for yourself how you debated. I ran circles poking holes at your arguments every time.
Thats why you are so bitter.
"Poking holes" at everyone's argument every time - with a simple "no brainer, one-liner" remark that address not the issues being discussed, but attacking the writer with questions that do not even address the subject ?
You are certainly a marvel in deluding yourself into believing that you have scored. -
Atobe the best thing to do it to ......let it bark
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He sound like a loser to me..
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like u guys said, dont feed the troll.
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its good to note that WP will be launching its new Manifesto and will be contesting quite a number of GRCs, At the same time i do hope that they will also teach their canidates to fill up forms- ccorrectly on nomination day to save WP another Embarrassment!
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like the time you tried to bullshit your way through the GINI inequality index using the Human Development Index that showed everybody you can argue without even understanding what you were arguing about?Originally posted by Salman:Self delusion you say? Check out the older threads and see for yourself how you debated. I ran circles poking holes at your arguments every time.
Thats why you are so bitter.
don't make me laugh, for someone who gets trounced each and every time, whose arguments get torn to shreds because it holds no substance, you certainly have the cheeks to blow your own trumpet. more like you were going round and round in circles like a mad dog trying to poke your own behind ...
bitter? what's so bitter about thumping down an idiot each and every time? -
no one here suits this description more perfectly than its originator.Originally posted by Salman:you cannot reason and debate. I think you only focus on claims and personal attacks. -
well ... i'd see how. you have a teacher's latest motto. are you one?Originally posted by Lessformore:snow leopard,ndmmxiaomayi,sgdiehard and the rest who do make sense..Let it bark or run in circles... -
HGTC have sell it a notOriginally posted by goh meng seng:Dear ShutterBug,
You could pick up one copy from our Party HQ tonight (Monday) from 8pm to 9.30pm 216-G Syed Alwi Road #02-03. Alternatively, please email me at [email protected] to make arrangement.
Goh Meng Seng
Btw
Why my district(Blk 7XX)have no walkway shelther and lift upgrading while others have(eg Blk 3XX.....)???
Can care to explain
Thank you
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All this talk abt this new manifesto.
Does anyone know what it is all about? Anything new? Any highlights or summaries? -
Please refer to the following link to the blog Omehanahuria for a quick look at our WP manifesto:
http://omekanahuria.blogspot.com/2006/01/you-have-choice-workers-partys-new.html
The Workers' Party (WP) launched its new manifesto yesterday at its party headquarters.
I strongly urge all Singaporeans to get their copy of the manifesto from the Workers' Party. The 52 page book is called "You Have A Choice" and has 14 chapters on various issues/policies along with WP's beliefs and proposals. Here's the Table of Contents from the book:
Introduction
Chapter 1: Government and Civil Liberties
1A. Elections & Parliament
1B. Constitution
1C. Civil Service
1D. Civil Liberties
1E. Cabinet
Chapter 2: Justice, Law and Order
2A. Judiciary
2B. Legal Aid
2C. Protection of Victims
2D. Penal Code and Criminal Procedure Code
2E. Others
Chapter 3: Economic Policy
3A. SMEs and Local Businesses
3B. Potential Sectors of Growth
3C. Others
Chapter 4: Society
4A. Disabled
4B. Elderly and Family
4C. Unemployed
4D. Community
4E. Others
Chapter 5: Education
5A. Replacement of The Streaming System
5B. Balanced Resource Allocation
5C. Tertiary Education
5D. Others
Chapter 6: Health Care
6A. Medishield and Public Health Insurance
6B. Containing Health Care Costs
6C. Step-Down Care Facilities
Chapter 7: Public Housing
7A. Home Ownership
7B. Housing Administration
Chapter 8: Public Transport
Chapter 9: Environment
Chapter 10: National Security
10A. National Defence
10B. Foreign Affairs
Chapter 11: Arts, Media, Information and New Technology
11A. Arts
11B. Media
11C. Information
11D. New Technology
Chapter 12: Sports and Recreation
Chapter 13: Population
Chapter 14: Labour Policy and CPF
14A. Trade Unions
14B. Central Provident Fund
14C. Employment Act
The manifesto costs only S$5. You can either call WP at 6298 4765 or email them at [email protected].
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Introduction to WP Manifesto 2006 - You Have A Choice
As a political party, the long-term goal of the Workers' Party (WP), is to be an alternative government. While in opposition, we will play an active role as a check and balance on the ruling party. WP is Pro-Singapore and believes national interest should precede party interest.
As such we would be prepared to support government policies if they are for the common good of the nation. However we will also not hesitate to take a confrontational stand against the ruling party when there is a need to do so.
Our Manifesto and Policy Ideas
To begin with, WP is pleased to note that some of the ideas from our 1994 Manifesto have been implemented by the government. For instance, in the area of education, the government has implemented compulsory primary education and 10 years of formal education to equip citizens with basic knowledge and academic skills. WP also proposed reducing the class size to 20 and is pleased that MOE is reducing the class size to 30 today.
In the 1994 Manifesto, WP warned that Medisave and Medishield were not the answer to the problem of escalating health care costs and instead, a public health insurance scheme through pooling of risk should be implemented. WP has now noted the belated overhaul of the Medishield scheme.
In this Manifesto, WP updates our proposals on government policies, based on our beliefs in diversity, respect, human dignity, multiculturalism, tolerance and equal opportunity as the underlying philosophy of governance.
The ideas contained in this Manifesto also revolve around the theme of giving Singaporeans a meaningful stake in the country. It is consistent with the theme WP has championed over the years – Power to the People.
Our Philosophy
WP believes that there must be competition in political office. As the base of power comes from the people, people must be empowered to elect their representatives so that they can also participate in the decision-making process of shaping and developing our society.
WP believes that development must be for the benefit of a humane and civil society but too often the harsh reality of economic competition and political control make it otherwise. The consequential effect of a free market economy is income disparity. The better-educated and younger members of our society will have more bargaining power in the policy formulation process. Those with economic power tend to congregate with those with political power resulting in a power elite network. The consequence of such a structure could result in imbalance in policy formulation.
To build a humane society, it is important that the government places human dignity, diversity, multiculturalism, tolerance, respect and equal opportunity as the principle considerations in policy formulation and implementation.
WP – A Platform for People to Exercise Their Political Rights
All citizens have the right to choose their representatives and government in a parliamentary democracy. However they will only have the means to exercise their political right when there is active participation in the electoral process by different political parties.
WP provides you with an opportunity to voice your concerns through the ballot box. This will make the government more accountable as it has to be mindful of the political consequences it has to face during elections.
Politics is not just holding elections every few years; it is a continuous dynamic process. Political competition results in better service for the people; it also makes the government more sensitive to the needs from the ground and more responsive to public sentiment. However, this is only possible if you have a choice!
WP's participation in the elections enables citizens to exercise their political rights and creates an environment for good governance. WP protects the democratic process.
We urge every citizen to be involved as much as possible in issues and decisions that will affect our lives and that of our future generations.
Goh Meng Seng -
Seriously after all these years of PAP, i kind of feel abit insecure without them being the ruling party, if it ever happens. I guess its this insecurity that keeps voters coming back.
Either way singapore's political scene is too boring.. we all already can guess whos going to win the majority votes during the upcoming general election. -
Originally posted by donchoo:
After FORTY YEARS of ONE PARTY RULE, if the end result is that an average Singaporean can feel insecure WITHOUT the Ruling Party, then it is a pathetic end that the Ruling Party deserves.
Seriously after all these years of PAP, i kind of feel abit insecure without them being the ruling party, if it ever happens. I guess its this insecurity that keeps voters coming back.
Either way singapore's political scene is too boring.. we all already can guess whos going to win the majority votes during the upcoming general election.
Why should this Ruling Party a.k.a the Government continue to blame Singaporeans for the LACK OF INITIATIVE, OVER DEPENDANCE ON THE GOVERNMENT, HELPLESSNESS, NO SENSE OF ADVENTURE nor ANY ENTERPRISE ?
With the passing of each generation, the memory of the adventurest enterprising spirit of our fore fathers will become weaker, especially with a domineering POLITICAL PARTY that intend to gain overwhelming monopoly of power in all spheres of Singaporean Life.
We - Singaporeans - are the 'Geese' that lay the "Golden Eggs" for the Ruling Party a.k.a the present Singapore Government, and it is not too late for us to build a better home for ourselves knowing that the "Golden Eggs" are in our hands to control. -
there's a difference between academic discourse, and plain ol' pandering. Yours is not deserving of any real effort spent on it.Originally posted by Salman:I do think thru policies, you don't.
Notice that whatever you people bring up, once I challenge it, you have no answers. Your ideas cannot stand scrutiny. Thats why I always run multiple circles around you, every time.
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I'm sorry to tell you this Laser but I don't see how you are contributing to discussions.
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People People....just let it bark.
Atobe you are spot on..somewhere along the line it became obvious that creating actually sense of insecurity was much more viable than actually lead by achievement and merit. If it was the case, we should have seen people take responsibility for major errors of judgement and step down from thier position taking ownership for the misjudgement or the total lack of it. But our system is such that everyone else is to blame..the people for not saving for retirement although they put away 20% deligently their entire working life. Contractors for cause collapses,..yes its always us but never the people whom we choose to make the decision for us.
As i have said, the test of time is the legacy of any achievement. Look around, after the initial euphoria and chest-trumping of the policies...now it all our fault. -
Its not the govt's fault. Its just the realities of life.Originally posted by Lessformore:People People....just let it bark.
Atobe you are spot on..somewhere along the line it became obvious that creating actually sense of insecurity was much more viable than actually lead by achievement and merit. If it was the case, we should have seen people take responsibility for major errors of judgement and step down from thier position taking ownership for the misjudgement or the total lack of it. But our system is such that everyone else is to blame..the people for not saving for retirement although they put away 20% deligently their entire working life. Contractors for cause collapses,..yes its always us but never the people whom we choose to make the decision for us.
As i have said, the test of time is the legacy of any achievement. Look around, after the initial euphoria and chest-trumping of the policies...now it all our fault.
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Salman... stop whining... get a life
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Originally posted by Salman:
Is the world getting more competitive ?
Its not the govt's fault. Its just the realities of life.
The world is getting more competitive, especially with a devalued yuan and people are living longer.
Not what I see in the " World of Singapore's Politics " - in which the Ruling Party a.k.a the Singapore Government had sole monopoly over POLITICS, ECONOMICS, SOCIAL and CULTURAL matters for FORTY YEARS.
What has happened to a population after FORTY YEARS ?
The cause of our non-competitive position was the strive towards a Swiss Standard of Living - WITHOUT realising the ensuing SWISS COST OF LIVING that has to come along, and with ourselves living in this part of Asia where living costs is much lower.
We have a Higher Cost of Living and became less competitive than our neighbors.
The cause of our non-competitiveness was made worst despite the fact that we were pursuing a STRONG SINGAPORE DOLLAR - supposedly to allow us to be take advantage of the Economics of Comparative Advantage, allowing us to move ahead of others in the areas of industry and commerce with our limited population and resources; and buying from others who are more competitive in agriculture that we cannot do so at any lower costs.
Despite our Strong Singapore Dollar, we pay a Higher Cost of Living than our neighbors.
The cause of our non-competitiveness was made worst despite the fact that land were seized and compensated BELOW MARKET VALUE, so as to allow the Government to restructure land use in Singapore, and prepare Singapore for the New World of the Twenty First Century.
Unfortunately, having found that Singaporeans have a high propensity favoring towards high priced Private Appartments than HDB flats, the Ruling Party a.k.a the Singapore Government decide to "share" big slice of the profit cake from Private Developers. Our Ministry of National Development manages the Urban Renewal Authority - with both rationing the land parcels put up for public auction at arbitrary prices which they fixed with a high minimum price. On top of the High Minimum Price for the piece of land, all developers will have to pay a HIGH DEVELOPMENT FEE fixed at 30% (??) of the development cost, and also a HIGH STAMP FEE on top of those other charges, besides the FINAL 5% GST that is also payable.
Before the land becomes a developed commercial property available for sale, all these high fees imposed onto the Developer will have to be paid, and SUBSEQUENTLY PASSED ON to the Singaporean Home Buyer and CONSUMER - either when purchasing the property, or paying for the goods and services that are sold by the owners occupying these High Priced Properties.
The above are two simple causes of our present misery and taken from a long list of political failures by the Ruling Party which has brought us to this present situation.
The last few Economic Review Committee formed during each economic crash - 1987, 1995, 2002 - had identified several weakness in Government Political, Economic and Social Policies. The Ruling Party a.k.a the Singapore Government boasted loudly that 'all HOLY COWS will be slaugthered - and no stones will be left unturned' to prepare us for the Twenty First Century.
We are already into the Twenty First Century, yet we are floundering like a fish out of the water, searching for a new path ahead.
We are still led by 'HOLY COWS' and with quite a few "old political stones that continue to roll in front of us trying to gather no moss" but obstructing our smooth path into the Twenty First Century - as the Ruling Party feel that some "old stone are best left in place, even if those stones are worn and broken" - with the real reason being their insecurity and non-confidence in walking a new path DESPITE the firm MONOPOLISTIC grip on the Political, Economic, Social and Cultural Life of Singapore. -
I think our people are simply spoilt.
They want high pay when our neighbours are getting only a fraction ofwhat they get doing the same thing.
There needs to be a mindset change around here. -
If the same thing happens to you, do you say the same thing?Originally posted by Salman:I think our people are simply spoilt.
They want high pay when our neighbours are getting only a fraction ofwhat they get doing the same thing.
There needs to be a mindset change around here.
You can't compare a chair with a table. Our neighbours have a standard of living which is lower than us. If they are doing the same amount of work for $1000, and you expect us to get the same amount, how are we going to survive?
Electrical bills? Water bills? How about our parents? CPF contributions? Children's education? Food?
This is Singapore, not Finland whereby education is free. Even then, there are other things to consider. -
When incomes lower, property prices will also lower.
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You think so?Originally posted by Salman:When incomes lower, property prices will also lower.
You take a look at JB, though wages are low, property prices have been going up. Why? Simply because JB is getting developed -
When property prices lower, private estate prices lower, rental will be lower, cost of nesessity will be lower, cost of living will be lower. global competitiveness increases. lives comes simpler.Originally posted by Salman:When incomes lower, property prices will also lower.