Black Saturday II on 150907 @ Centerpoint
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I had a blast, lets do it again fellow Singaporeans.
Same time, same place, same color
SAY NO TO COMPULSORY ANNUITY
Black Saturday II @ Centerpoint 150907 4pm
Acknowledgements to (and not limited to) Robox, Insurance01 and Thinkall who birthed the idea, among others. (From SBF)
Keeping everything the same to avoid confusion like "when ah? what color ah? Where ah?"
Why black?
Black being a common colour is a good thing. Something that gets too much attention might put off some who are less initiated with making a statement or with an event like this. Also makes it harder for the "plainclothes".
Why Centerpoint?
Again, its to avoid confusion and it has a good central location and good size. The main part of the mall is the main "Hollow" in the middle. Choose a mall like Tangs (each lvl is isolated) or Ngee Ann city(too huge and many wings), any presence will diluted.
Why 15 Sept?
I know some many think its rather soon. Which may be its downside.
Upside, there is a slight boost in morale with many who did turn up last Saturday and there is some momentum built. My intention is to ride on its energy.
Also, very importantly, Parliament convenes on the following Monday, 17 Sept. So I feel that 15 Sept is a good day to hit home.
Some important notes: (which includes some re-iteration
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The success on 0809 is a baby step that was taken. And we should follow-up with baby steps as well. "Expanding" to other malls this early will thin out the already thin presence we had. First we need a "thick" presence, a literal, almost "sea of black". Only then we should consider spreading the event to other malls.
We all have to do our part in spreading the word and spreading awareness. Go to all local forums you know of, spread the word in your workplace, school, soccer khakis, IRC chatrooms, family members etc... Make 1509 louder than 0809!!
To achieve a "sea of black" is not impossible, it will take effort and hardwork on our part, and it can be done. Draw strength from what you believe in (in this case: Annuity should not be compulsory, not a fair policy).
Also to note, be realistic, the government will not capitulate because of a shopping event, this is the truth. Seeing from their perspective, they will set ludicrous and dangerous precedence for future citizen dissatisfaction. Political maturity works both ways, Singaporeans will learn to objections and disagreements in a amicable and non-violent manner, the government will also learn to handle objections and disagreements in an amicable manner.
The PAP government will be always pushing he edge of our(the citizens) tolerance. We are doing the same, slowly pushing their tolerances. React too hard and drive them to a corner, you force them to pull out their hatchets. We do not want PAP to bite back, this is not a partisan event.
You will be taunted by forumers and others into taking more confrontational and drastic action. Do not be goaded or baited. Do not make this a confrontational event, neither is this Partisan. This is not about advancing the agendas of political parties. Its about each and every Singaporean, including those that voted for PAP last year, about our futures and our childrenÂ’s futures.
Everyone has a part to play, every little bit counts.
Black Saturday II @ Centerpoint 150907 4pm -
bo eng leh
i will be at NATAS fair. -
Originally posted by Jontst78:
Did you listen to 93.8 news? They reported the event was much ado about nothing, there were 20 people wearing black turned up and dispersed within a short time.
I had a blast, lets do it again fellow Singaporeans.
Same time, same place, same color
[b]Black Saturday II @ Centerpoint 150907 4pm
Acknowledgements to (and not limited to) Robox, Insurance01 and Thinkall who birthed the idea, among others. (From SBF)
Keeping everything the same to avoid confusion like "when ah? what color ah? Where ah?"
Why black?
Black being a common colour is a good thing. Something that gets too much attention might put off some who are less initiated with making a statement or with an event like this. Also makes it harder for the "plainclothes".
Why Centerpoint?
Again, its to avoid confusion and it has a good central location and good size. The main part of the mall is the main "Hollow" in the middle. Choose a mall like Tangs (each lvl is isolated) or Ngee Ann city(too huge and many wings), any presence will diluted.
Why 15 Sept?
I know some many think its rather soon. Which may be its downside.
Upside, there is a slight boost in morale with many who did turn up last Saturday and there is some momentum built. My intention is to ride on its energy.
Also, very importantly, Parliament convenes on the following Monday, 17 Sept. So I feel that 15 Sept is a good day to hit home.
Some important notes: (which includes some re-iteration)
The success on 0809 is a baby step that was taken. And we should follow-up with baby steps as well. "Expanding" to other malls this early will thin out the already thin presence we had. First we need a "thick" presence, a literal, almost "sea of black". Only then we should consider spreading the event to other malls.
We all have to do our part in spreading the word and spreading awareness. Go to all local forums you know of, spread the word in your workplace, school, soccer khakis, IRC chatrooms, family members etc... Make 1509 louder than 0809!!
To achieve a "sea of black" is not impossible, it will take effort and hardwork on our part, and it can be done. Draw strength from what you believe in (in this case: Annuity should not be compulsory, not a fair policy).
Also to note, be realistic, the government will not capitulate because of a shopping event, this is the truth. Seeing from their perspective, they will set ludicrous and dangerous precedence for future citizen dissatisfaction. Political maturity works both ways, Singaporeans will learn to objections and disagreements in a amicable and non-violent manner, the government will also learn to handle objections and disagreements in an amicable manner.
The PAP government will be always pushing he edge of our(the citizens) tolerance. We are doing the same, slowly pushing their tolerances. React too hard and drive them to a corner, you force them to pull out their hatchets. We do not want PAP to bite back, this is not a partisan event.
You will be taunted by forumers and others into taking more confrontational and drastic action. Do not be goaded or baited. Do not make this a confrontational event, neither is this Partisan. This is not about advancing the agendas of political parties. Its about each and every Singaporean, including those that voted for PAP last year, about our futures and our childrenÂ’s futures.
Everyone has a part to play, every little bit counts.
Black Saturday II @ Centerpoint 150907 4pm
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Well yes, it was, like a said a baby step. We need to build on it.Originally posted by qlqq9:Did you listen to 93.8 news? They reported the event was much ado about nothing, there were 20 people wearing black turned up and dispersed within a short time. -
Wrong timing leh. I'll be at biopolis attending seminar.
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With all respect, I'm not sure if this is going to have any effect at all.
It seems like bits and pieces here and there. -
If not for Reuters having covered it, you think 93.8 will report on it at all?
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Yeah, I get what you mean. I just felt that I have to try.Originally posted by Rock^Star:With all respect, I'm not sure if this is going to have any effect at all.
It seems like bits and pieces here and there.
"Every peaceful mass action that has challenged autocratic regimes has always started with small numbers. " -
Will try to be there with my friend, afterall words without action is nothing.Originally posted by Jontst78:Well yes, it was, like a said a baby step. We need to build on it. -
Thank youOriginally posted by qlqq9:Will try to be there with my friend, afterall words without action is nothing.
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I won't be there as I'm outstation. Best of luck though.Originally posted by Jontst78:Yeah, I get what you mean. I just felt that I have to try.
"Every peaceful mass action that has challenged autocratic regimes has always started with small numbers. " -
I will be there to have a coffee session with my friends ... wearing black ...
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Thank you all, for even considering it.
"It means a great deal to those who are oppressed to know that they are not alone. And never let anyone tell you that what you are doing is insignificant."
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For these, the settings have to be in place. In my view, the Speakers' Corner over 2000 - 2007 was a demonstration of the lack of this.Originally posted by Jontst78:Well yes, it was, like a said a baby step. We need to build on it.
Wish you luck, just my opinion that it's better not to raise hopes or expectations too high.
Regards