"Some people are giving up on Singapore because the authorities have shown they are unwilling to change or address regressive attitudes and mindsets. Others are voicing out their concerns online because things have gotten harder in recent years, with an escalating cost of living and a widening income gap. If the government does not appear willing to listen, are these commentators expected to shut up and quietly accept the status quo? We have also seen a rise in persecution of opinion makers, in the form of threats of legal action, and in some instances, genuine legal action. Does this not lead to general disenfranchisement? Does this not reinforce the climate of fear and cause people to become even more distant? Rather than accusing others of running down Singapore, the government should reflect on the failed policies of recent years. There was a time, not too long ago, when opposition politicians who criticized Singapore’s governance model were attacked by the media for being anti-Singapore. It is sad that such a regressive attitude has re-emerged, this time, coming from the Acting Manpower minister."
Posted on: Thu, 08 Aug 2013 00:34:58 +0000
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