Our Nation Under Lee or Malaysia's Nation?

SDP had succeeded in screening the film One Nation Under Lee in different parts of Malaysia. The film is critical of MM Lee Kuan Yew and the PAP. One wonders the intention behind SDP's action.

Is it our Nation Under Lee or Malaysia's Nation?

"Mr Michael Fernandez, a former trade unionist imprisoned without trial by the PAP government, ... also pointed out it was wrong to compare tiny Singapore with Malaysia which is so much bigger and where there is much more room for dissent and alternative views to flourish."

Then why screen the film in Malaysia? And do you mean we should have a bigger political chaotic situation in Singapore?

Malaysian reviewer, Mr Andrew Sia, had this to say about the film: "Even though part of it seems like a Powerpoint presentation, it manages to engage – a lesson here for shoestring budget film makers."

Even powerpoint presentations can make it to be screened?

Also, at the end of the second day of the three-day film festival, filmmakers from Singapore and Johor held a brainstorming session to coordinate their work to achieve greater synergy.

Perhaps one day, SDP would succeed PAP by overthrowing them with the help from the GREATER SYNERGY with the Malaysians.

Good Luck to all.

Source:
http://yoursdp.org/index.php/news/singapore/1058-one-nation-under-lee-receives-warm-reception-in-johor-baru

SDP exaggerates the Success of its Propaganda

This is in response to One Nation Under Lee seizure to be raised at UN meeting.

Take a first reading of the article by SDP and one would be impressed by the SDP's success in bringing the matter of Human Rights in Singapore to the United Nations. Don't be too impressed yet.

"The seizure of the video One Nation Under Lee by the Government will be raised in Geneva this Friday, 12 Sep 08, during the 9^th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council."

The article's introduction paragraph was impressive. Immediately, Singaporeans would feel shocked/surprised/caught in awe/WOWed. However, let's analyse the situation a little.

An Human Rights regional-based organisation, Forum-Asia, would be citing the case of the seizure when presenting to the UN Council. Many Singaporeans might not have heard about this Forum-Asia. It actually consists of 42 member-organisations (largely NGOs) from 16 Asian countries. Think Centre represents Singapore in the organisation.

This is Forum-ASIA. But its head office is situated in Switzerland, with a branch in Thailand.

Readers should not be play to the sensationalised contents of the article by the SDP. It's important to note that Forum-Asia's views does not represent those of any countries in the region.

Next, the video would be showcased at the Freedom Film Fest 2008. The event is organised by Komas. According to its website, its vision is:

"Empowerment with the poor and marginalized community towards the attainment of human rights in Malaysia, through popular communication approaches."

So what's that got to do with a propaganda film by the SDP?

One way we can look at it is that SDP is resorting to all means possible to undermine the PAP government from outside Singapore. However, by doing so, it risks damaging the reputation of the country and its people.

Anwar did it by garnering support from his believers. Thai PAD did it by gathering enough protesters to put pressure on the government.

SDP did it by assistance from outside Singapore