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The NCMP cat among the opposition pigeons

The NCMP cat among the opposition pigeons

Jun. 6 | Andrew Loh / Khairulanwar Zaini A week after changes to the Non-Constituency Member of Parliament (NCMP) scheme were announced by the Prime Minister, the opposition parties seem unsure of how to react. Most of the parties, in their public statements,...

Tweaking back to time…

Tweaking back to time…

May. 31 | Our forefathers fought for Singapore to be freed from the shackles of colonialism and for us to be able to run this country for our own interests instead of those of our colonial masters. Two generations later we find ourselves struggling again to restore...

Victims of reverse tactical ploy or party political opportunists?

Victims of reverse tactical ploy or party political opportunists?

May. 29 | Announcement: TOC is relaxing its moderation policy. As most of you can see, your comments are allowed to be posted immediately. However, we are still keeping an eye on the comments, and will not hesitate to remove those which are personal attacks, racist...

Singapore’s security and evolving the political system

Singapore’s security and evolving the political system

May. 28 | H1N1 Flu Update: Singapore confirms 3 more H1N1 flu cases.  Not local transmissions.  Confirmed cases returned from the U.S Worker’s Party NCMP Sylvia Lim addresses in a parliamentary speech the incoming electorial changes. At this late stage...

TOC Analysis: PM’s gambit is manufactured dissent par excellence

TOC Analysis: PM’s gambit is manufactured dissent par excellence

May. 28 | Choo Zheng Xi / Khairulanwar Zaini In chess, a gambit is an opening move which sacrifices a minor piece for a stronger strategic position later in the game. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s recent changes seem to have answered the opposition and the...