I read with much interest today that Singapore's MM Lee Kuan Yew and SM Goh Chock Tong are retiring from the cabinet and stating that they wish to have younger leaders "to connect and to engage with the younger generation in shaping the future of our Singapore". However, in another report, Singapore' policies would be changing with the retirement of the two ex PMs.
I think that the main issue pertinent here is the fact that whilst both the MM and SM have a host of experience (which I personally respect them), they have at last acknowledged the fact that the generation gap may be too wide and the old ways may not be all suitable to current times and needs.
I had the chance to watch on You Tube one of the opposition's rally and also some of the PAP's. I agree with some comments that their speakers lack the fire and flair to hold the audience somewhat as compared to our Malaysian politicians. However, their thoughts are message are very clear and rational. I wished we had similar people rather than name calling, idiotic statements, irrational words, etc. here.
Back to the issue, it was stated that whilst the country was enjoying strong economic growth, property and stock markets, most profits are going to the large companies and the rich. The lower masses are actually suffering more with inflation and high prices.
It struck me that this is very true, for Singapore and many countries including Malaysia.
I believe the large part of the inroads made by the oppositions as well as the problems in the middle east is caused largely due to this. Of course, the issue of human rights and proper democracy is also very important.
I hope that their retirement will have a turn around of policies and actions on how wealth is to be spread out to the masses rather than to the rich only. Whilst one can champion the cause of free economy, didn't history taught us that without a proper distribution of wealth, ultimately the free economy is also destroyed by the masses?
Until the next time, cheers.
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