Summarise the article’s 3 main points. To what extent do you agree with the writer? Give at least 1 example supporting your answer.
Overview:
The article is about the response of Singapore's law minister to Dr Caplan arguments on Singapore having a democratic government.
1) Various laws nitpicked by Dr Caplan are as follows;
(a)Conscription: state slavery (national service), forced to go through
(b)Death penalty for drug trafficking: murdering people for selling intoxicants
to willing buyers is sheer barbarism
2) Singapore's law minister Mr K. Shanmugam defending the idea of a democratic
society stating that elections are free from irregularitites.
3) Singapore is a city and not a country as claimed by Singapore's law minister
hence it cannot be compared to America which is a country with a bigger
population.
My views:
The near PAP-dominance of the city council where they hold 45 out of the 48 occupied seats reflects upon the votes of the the citizens. Despite the desire for lower taxes and cheaper public services, votes are still made to PAP despite the unpopular policies made. I believe that Singaporeans understand the rationale of such policies although they may not be desirable. Improvements and maintainance can be seen around Singapore hence people are more willing to pay such prices. However i do feel that the government should relook on various laws to improve the quality of life of Singaporeans and provide more aids for those who needs it more.
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