Comments on: TOC Breaking News: Singaporean graduate student files application for Burma protest

By: Truthisagreatoffendor

Truthisagreatoffendor — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 06:13:29 +0000

Bad things happen in society not because of bad people or the presence of greedy people. It is because good people don’t do anything about it! We should celebrate this hero.

By: Andrew Teo (himself)

Andrew Teo (himself) — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 09:31:51 +0000

Hi Supermango,

You said, “young people need to stop sitting around and not caring”. Thanks for considering me as a young person. I am actually 42 years old!

In any case you are right. There are too many Singaporeans not caring and doing anything. When I first filed the application for the police permit, a lot of my friends said I am either stupid, too free or not afraid of death.

Thanks for supporting me!

GOD Bless you and your beloved ones!

By: supermango

supermango — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 17:12:09 +0000

remember the lyrics in crowded house’s don’t dream it’s over?

“in the paper today, tales of war of and rage
but they turn right over to the tv page”

applies to the cold war, and certainly here.

hold it at the school of public policy itself! if it is approved, i will certainly be there too. young people need to stop sitting around and not caring.

By: Rachel

Rachel — Sun, 30 Sep 2007 04:43:35 +0000

Very true and I agree with you.

However it isn’t about being a hero or anything but most people just don’t care. They read about it coldly and shake their heads. They know but they don’t care. Our government is a fine example. They have the influence but they don’t do anything other than make statements. That is all they will probably do but action speaks louder than words. Do correct me if I am wrong.

By: Kew Kah Fatt

Kew Kah Fatt — Sun, 30 Sep 2007 02:15:48 +0000

‘Bochap’ attitude has 2 meaning. Those that don’t read papers or watch TV news etc are the real ‘bochap’.

Others who know but keep a distance is to protect themselves.

Getting involves do not make you a hero. Getting involved without others knowing is the most supreme.

All this is in the mind. A Master mind is to think of neither good nor evil.

By: Rachel

Rachel — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 16:11:35 +0000

I will be there if the application is approved.I applaud his effort nevertheless and I have been sick of the typical ‘bochap’ attitude of Singaporeans (in general).

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The Internets: A New Form of Antipathy « IT’S VANILLA! — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 09:05:17 +0000

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By: celluloidrealitys

celluloidrealitys — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 05:14:28 +0000

I’m waiting to see if our ministers have the ability to deal with such a regional issue, or whether they will be found out to be lesser than what they are.

By: David

David — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 03:54:07 +0000

Look like moment of truth has arrived. Seem like Singapore become chairman of ASEAN not because it has leadership and wisdom but because it just happen to be ’someone sitting on a chair’, shaking millions dollar leg and waiting to collect $$$$$$$.

Nevermind, the people of Burma will also be grateful for our gov if our gov planning to implements their NTUC casket service for those die in Burma, especially it is a multi-million-dollars business…

Don’t blame our gov because they might just be calculating the move now that will help them reap millions out of the crisis.

Our gov love money and if their interest in helping others doesn’t benefit them but ‘broke’ them, then ‘get out of our elite uncaring face’

By: Max

Max — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 03:14:31 +0000

Understanding the political cultural of Singapore, I would say I’m appreciated Mr. Teo’s afford to show solidarity for Burmese people who took on the streets even they are gunned down brutally and asked for FREEDOM. That’s the spirit of being ASEAN Brother. Not only in Singapore, but also in other brotherS and sisters of Asean Nations have shown their support towards the Burmese people. I personally felt very frustrated and am trauatized by brutal killings of innocents people on the street.

I don’t agree with Kew Kah Fatt said …..”the protest against Myanmar junta can turn into a protest against the PAP”. I don’t think this will happen. That’s not the theme of the protest. There is no link in between. PAP and JUNTA? Look at our neighbours, Indonesia (even foreign ministry staff), Hongkong, Malaysia, Sydney, Rome, you name it, around the world, all local people together with Burmese stood up and condemn the killings. Since Singapore is a very disciplined society, riot can be control easily.

Please do not forget that this movement in fact is in favour of ASEAN who urged JUNTA to exercise restraint. Singaporean must show their compassion towards Burmese people and condemn these ruthless killings.

By: AndrewTeoISaHypocrite

AndrewTeoISaHypocrite — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 03:02:17 +0000

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By: David

David — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 02:27:15 +0000

James Chia says
“This is interesting. Maybe this time they will approve but like the WTO one, it can only be held indoor, in a small area within 4 walls and only allow selected media representatives to film the entire event. No loud speakers and no banner posts made of metal.”

With condition like this, they may as well held it in prison. In case of riot, no need to invoke police force, no need for ST to write rubbish,
save a lot of time, just all it need to do is lock the prison.

And moreover, gov can sleep with peace knowing that prison is the right place for ‘troublemaker’.

By: Kew Kah Fatt

Kew Kah Fatt — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 02:16:52 +0000

The police will consider whether the protest against Myanmar junta can turn into a protest against the PAP.
In my opinion, no permit is allowed taking into consideration the anger built up in many people. Riot can break out if no proper control by the organisers.

By: Alex Ong (eX.A.K.R.)

Alex Ong (eX.A.K.R.) — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 16:51:43 +0000

Well, as long as it’s in the outdoor, and as long as enough people turn up, banners and speakers aren’t necessary – the letter and the presence of those people are powerful enough. The message they send can’t be more obvious in the context of recent events.

By: James Chia

James Chia — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 16:20:46 +0000

This is interesting. Maybe this time they will approve but like the WTO one, it can only be held indoor, in a small area within 4 walls and only allow selected media representatives to film the entire event. No loud speakers and no banner posts made of metal.