Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Of August, and the road to a new president.

Would there be drama on 17 August, Nomination Day? Would one of the Tans enter the nomination center and be the elected president just like how an unknown became an MP in 24 hours only 4 months ago? Andrew Kuan has until 1pm this Saturday to submit his application for a Certificate of Eligibility.If you haven't been in touch with the happenings of the presidential elections, the Tans i.e. Tony Tan, Tan Kin Lian, Tan Cheng Bock and Tan Jee Say have submitted their eligibility application forms. With the outcome of the recent general elections fresh...

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Of August, candidates and f*cking doing it

It's August.Singapore soon turns 46 and Singaporeans would get to cast their vote for a a president who plays a ceremonial role for 4 million dollars. Else where in the world, a president who has handled at least 2 wars on his resume is now trying to steer his country out of recession. He earns S$507,400 (US$400,000).Here on the little red dot, a presidential hopeful visits Batam to extend campaign efforts. Oh yes. Visit the little island where locals go for a weekend get away to wakeboard, massage, play golf and have... liaisons.Another candidate,...