Sometime ago, a cancer-stricken Joan Chan appeared in the local rags as part of a feature on cancer patients. I was scanning the same publication today when i discovered she had, in fact, passed away 2 days ago. Pity. She had everything going for her until this illness came along and grinded everything to a halt. For the record, the fiesty lady didn't go down without a fight. I do wish Joan is in a better place right now, one devoid of pain and teeming with life.

Singaporeans can be so pragmatic. The consensus among some constituents seems to be "I'll vote for whoever can solve my problems, can answer my questions, and can upgrade my estate" because "the taxes i pay go towards my MP's paycheck and therefore i am entitled to do so". Huh? I fear some Singaporeans may be casting their votes without making truly informed choices. Perhaps a considerable populace will be voting for so-and-so because they've recieved Progress Packages of $1,600 and they're laughing all the way to the bank (and henceforth, the polling station). I don't think it's that hard to keep a clear head, to read political blogs, to leaf through manifestos, to attend rallies, etcetera. It's whether or not you are willing to take the time.

And oh. Stop harping on the Gomez issue already.

Read · The PAP and WP manifestos.
Read · PAP Character Assassination 101 (via Singabloodypore)