Comments on: ‘Give new exco time’ http://catherinelim.sg/2009/05/01/145/ Political Commentaries on Singapore Wed, 01 Sep 2010 05:17:13 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 By: Stock trading strategies http://catherinelim.sg/2009/05/01/145/comment-page-1/#comment-1538 Stock trading strategies Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:39:16 +0000 http://catherinelim.sg/?p=145#comment-1538 <p>I enjoy keeping up to date on everything different so I'll definitely be bookmarking this site.</p> I enjoy keeping up to date on everything different so I’ll definitely be bookmarking this site.

]]> By: andylau4388 http://catherinelim.sg/2009/05/01/145/comment-page-1/#comment-953 andylau4388 Mon, 04 May 2009 10:56:53 +0000 http://catherinelim.sg/?p=145#comment-953 <p>Hi, Catherine,</p> <p>I have homosexual friends and I respect them for what they are. However, with this AWARE saga, it has brought to light the content of the CSE programs conducted by the current AWARE team. As a parent myself, I am very concern.</p> <p>What's your view on this? Thank you.</p> <p>Cheers</p> Hi, Catherine,

I have homosexual friends and I respect them for what they are. However, with this AWARE saga, it has brought to light the content of the CSE programs conducted by the current AWARE team. As a parent myself, I am very concern.

What’s your view on this? Thank you.

Cheers

]]> By: tony http://catherinelim.sg/2009/05/01/145/comment-page-1/#comment-951 tony Sat, 02 May 2009 05:28:54 +0000 http://catherinelim.sg/?p=145#comment-951 <p>It is typical of these liberals who are usually highly educated, English-speaking and holding high positions/ positions of power (especially in the media) where they are able to influence events. They are always so vocal and noisy and ever ready to fight their cause. But, does it mean that the silent majority agrees and/or identifies with them. My understanding of AWARE's position from the beginning of it's creation was that they are a group created in support of women's rights. I belief I speak for the silent majority that what has transpired recently showed that their constitution are more inclusive than simply looking after the welfare of women in general. Also, by opening up to the male gender into the fold is also a strategy and avenue to provide the third gender a platform to support the old guard's liberal ideas and to push for change in society to allow for gay rights. I was given to think that AWARE was always involved in women's problems but now we all know that they have other agendas as well. It is clear that this is subtlety and misleading the silent majority who are still conservative and traditional minded. Asians in general are not against the third gender but there is a line drawn where they are concerned. We embrace the western concept of tolerance but not to such an extend where it is so open and even allowing for gay marriages. Take what is good and discard what is bad.<br /> I'm sorry, but, AWARE, stick to women's welfare. If the gay movement wants to be heard, let them start their own society and not hide behind the folds of AWARE's skirt. Then, we'll see how supportive are the silent majority towards them. FYI, in both my daughters' school there are so many lesbians, butch, bitch, etc. God knows what else they call themselves, and I dont see the school authorities doing something about it. This has been going on for years, from primary up to secondary school. What counseling is there? This is just the tip of the iceberg and if the school authorities dont do something, our future generation will be faced with more of such problems. Of course the liberals will fire on all cylinders if they see my comment. They always like a good fight and. I couldnt care less. There's more to comment but not enough space but, what to do?</p> It is typical of these liberals who are usually highly educated, English-speaking and holding high positions/ positions of power (especially in the media) where they are able to influence events. They are always so vocal and noisy and ever ready to fight their cause. But, does it mean that the silent majority agrees and/or identifies with them. My understanding of AWARE’s position from the beginning of it’s creation was that they are a group created in support of women’s rights. I belief I speak for the silent majority that what has transpired recently showed that their constitution are more inclusive than simply looking after the welfare of women in general. Also, by opening up to the male gender into the fold is also a strategy and avenue to provide the third gender a platform to support the old guard’s liberal ideas and to push for change in society to allow for gay rights. I was given to think that AWARE was always involved in women’s problems but now we all know that they have other agendas as well. It is clear that this is subtlety and misleading the silent majority who are still conservative and traditional minded. Asians in general are not against the third gender but there is a line drawn where they are concerned. We embrace the western concept of tolerance but not to such an extend where it is so open and even allowing for gay marriages. Take what is good and discard what is bad.
I’m sorry, but, AWARE, stick to women’s welfare. If the gay movement wants to be heard, let them start their own society and not hide behind the folds of AWARE’s skirt. Then, we’ll see how supportive are the silent majority towards them. FYI, in both my daughters’ school there are so many lesbians, butch, bitch, etc. God knows what else they call themselves, and I dont see the school authorities doing something about it. This has been going on for years, from primary up to secondary school. What counseling is there? This is just the tip of the iceberg and if the school authorities dont do something, our future generation will be faced with more of such problems. Of course the liberals will fire on all cylinders if they see my comment. They always like a good fight and. I couldnt care less. There’s more to comment but not enough space but, what to do?

]]> By: Weiye http://catherinelim.sg/2009/05/01/145/comment-page-1/#comment-950 Weiye Fri, 01 May 2009 10:44:17 +0000 http://catherinelim.sg/?p=145#comment-950 <p>Hi Ms Catherine, =)</p> <p>While I agree with most of what you have mentioned, I wonder if it is right to consider the change of leadership democratic.</p> <p>My understanding of democracy is one whereby there is an open flow of information for civil discourses to take place, and for people to make informed decision.</p> <p>In the case of the AGM, it is obvious that the new ex-co deliberately withheld information and planned the takeover with stealth. In that sense, even though it was conducted in accordance to the rules and regulations i.e. it was legitimate, it was nevertheless undemocratic. It would be a logical fallacy to equate democracy with legitimacy.</p> <p>Hence, it is my personal belief that the change of leadership is legitimate, but not democratic. To say otherwise would have tarnished the name of democracy lest people might think that democratic processes are about treachery and how to game the system. =)</p> <p>Warmest Regard.</p> Hi Ms Catherine, =)

While I agree with most of what you have mentioned, I wonder if it is right to consider the change of leadership democratic.

My understanding of democracy is one whereby there is an open flow of information for civil discourses to take place, and for people to make informed decision.

In the case of the AGM, it is obvious that the new ex-co deliberately withheld information and planned the takeover with stealth. In that sense, even though it was conducted in accordance to the rules and regulations i.e. it was legitimate, it was nevertheless undemocratic. It would be a logical fallacy to equate democracy with legitimacy.

Hence, it is my personal belief that the change of leadership is legitimate, but not democratic. To say otherwise would have tarnished the name of democracy lest people might think that democratic processes are about treachery and how to game the system. =)

Warmest Regard.

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