Monthly Archives: September 2012

Singapore a “Barren Island” in the 1950s? Absolutely False

I never cease to be amazed when I come across incredulous claims made by the PAP and their devoted supporters.  One wonders if it is sheer arrogance that makes them say things that are clearly not true and yet they … Continue reading

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Originally posted on Yawning Bread:
Three press statements were issued on Thursday, 20 September 2012, and I am archiving them here for the record. [Addendum: I am also archiving two more statements that came out on later Friday 21 Sept…

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Using Laurentia Tan’s glory to shine on Feng Tianwei?

Monday’s edition of Straits Times Life! carried a huge cover photo of a smiley Laurentia Tan with the headline A Real Champ. For those unaware of who she is, Laurentia is Singapore’s most bemedalled Paralympian. An equestrian with cerebral palsy, … Continue reading

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Fewer or Less Satisfied? Another misleading headline by ST

Leading local newspaper Straits Times carried a report yesterday with the headline : “Fewer satisfied with public transport: Survey”.  When I read the report it was crystal clear that the meaning of the heading was quite different from the actual … Continue reading

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To Be or Not To Be…Anonymous?

There’s been quite a bit of chatter on the topic of anonymity ever since Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong popped his question to his recent tea-party guests on whether it is desirable Not to have anonymity online. Some bloggers like Lucky … Continue reading

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Framing Issues Without Context- a common tactic used by PAP

Watching politicians like the PAP government at work is fascinating. One learns a lot about how to manipulate people through the use of spin statements, cleverly framed messages and strategically orchestrated public relations exercises. As the techniques and examples are … Continue reading

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