Showing posts with label voting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label voting. Show all posts
Sunday, 27 January 2013
Friday, 25 January 2013
31,600 Minds
That is a lot of minds and they are thinking today (Cooling Day) about who to vote for tomorrow, Polling Day 26 January 2013. Of course, the kind of thinking done by each individual will be of varying degree...
Sunday, 28 August 2011
Post PE 2011
There is a recounting of votes between the top two candidates for the presidential election as the difference of votes between the two is less than 2%. I have been waiting since 1am and I am still waiting for the results. :(
Feeling really sleepy. I won't be able to last much longer. Guess I will have to read the papers for who has been voted in as the 7th President of Singapore.
Feeling really sleepy. I won't be able to last much longer. Guess I will have to read the papers for who has been voted in as the 7th President of Singapore.
Saturday, 27 August 2011
Presidential Election 2011
This is the first time I am ever voting in Singapore! Since turning 21, I always missed out on voting at General elections because my area is part of the Tanjong Pagar GRC. :( I missed the other Presidential Election back in 1993 because I was studying in Australia.
It is really exciting for me. My parents and I left for our polling station at Raffles Girls' School around 9.45am. We arrived, we voted and we left all within 10 minutes!! It was really quick lol. :)
My virgin vote went to Tan ... ... Not telling lol. :P
It is really exciting for me. My parents and I left for our polling station at Raffles Girls' School around 9.45am. We arrived, we voted and we left all within 10 minutes!! It was really quick lol. :)
My virgin vote went to Tan ... ... Not telling lol. :P
Saturday, 7 May 2011
GE 2011 Results
Although I couldn't vote, it was just as exciting watching on television as the voting results for each SMC (Single Member Constituency) and each GRC (Group Representation Constituency) was announced. After being glued to the television since 10+pm till now (almost 3am), the results are as follows:
SMC
Bukit Panjang = PAP won SDP with 66.3% of the votes (GE2006 PAP won 77.2%)
*Hong Kah North = PAP won SPP with 70.6%
Hougang = WP won PAP with 64.8% (GE2006 WP won 62.7%)
Joo Chiat = PAP won WP with 51% (GE2006 PAP won 65%)
*Mountbatten = PAP won NSP with 58.7%
*Pioneer = PAP won NSP with 60.7%
Potong Pasir = PAP won SPP with 50.4% (GE2006 SDA won 55.8%)
*Punggol East = PAP won WP and SDA with 54.5%
*Radin Mas = PAP won NSP with 67.1%
*Sengkang West = PAP won WP with 58.1%
*Whampoa = PAP won NSP with 66.1%
*Yuhua = PAP won SDP with 66.9%
* represents new ward carved out of former GRCs
4-member GRCs
Holland-Bukit Timah = PAP won SDP with 60.1% (GE2006 PAP walkover, not contested since formation in 2001)
*Moulmein-Kallang = PAP won WP with 58.6%
* represents new GRC from parts of other GRCs
5-member GRCs
Aljunied = WP won PAP with 54.7%, PAP lost by 45.3% (GE2006 PAP won 56.1%)
Bishan-Toa Payoh = PAP won SPP with 56.9% (GE2006 PAP walkover, not contested since formation in 1997)
*Chua Chu Kang = PAP won NSP with 61.2%
East Coast = PAP won WP with 54.8% (GE2006 PAP won 63.9%)
Jurong = PAP won NSP with 67% (GE2006 PAP walkover, last contested in 2001 PAP won 79.7%)
Marine Parade = PAP won NSP with 56.7% (GE2006 PAP walkover, last contested in 1992 PAP won 72.9%)
*Nee Soon = PAP won WP with 58.4%
Sembawang = PAP won SDP with 63.9% (GE2006 PAP won 76.7%)
Tampines = PAP won NSP with 57.2% (GE2006 PAP won 68.5%)
West Coast = PAP won RP with 66.6% (GE2006 PAP walkover, last contested in 1997 PAP won 70.1%)
* represents new GRC from former GRCs and SMCs
6-member GRCs
Ang Mo Kio = PAP won RP with 69.3% (GE2006 PAP won 66.1%)
Pasir Ris-Punggol = PAP won SDA with 64.8% (GE2006 PAP won 68.7%)
Walkover
Tanjong Pagar (GE2006 PAP walkover, not contested since formation in 1991)
The incumbent party, PAP is back in power with a win of 81 out of 87 seats in Parliament. The alternative party, WP won 6 out of 87 seats.
It came as no surprise that the incumbent party would win but I was more interested in knowing what was the increase in voters voting for alternative parties in the SMCs and GRCs. When comparing the past GE2006 results (in red) and the current GE2011 results (in blue), the PAP vote share has dipped in the SMCs and GRCs, indicating that there are now more voters voting for alternative parties. Looking also at how PAP fared in the past GEs, PAP is certainly declining in its popularity with its voters. In GE2001, PAP obtained 75.3%, it obtained 66.6% in GE2006 and now GE2011, PAP only obtained 60.1%. It is a clear indication that the people are not happy with the way things are going. It remains to be seen if PAP would put into action what they have promised during the campaigns or they are going to remain as words and empty promises...
It was heartening to know that the voters are now less apathetic, as shown by WP's win of a GRC and the increase in vote shares for alternative parties. Although there are only 6 seats in the Parliament going to WP, it is a small step taken by the voters, but still a step nevertheless, towards embracing change in the political scene of Singapore.
SMC
Bukit Panjang = PAP won SDP with 66.3% of the votes (GE2006 PAP won 77.2%)
*Hong Kah North = PAP won SPP with 70.6%
Hougang = WP won PAP with 64.8% (GE2006 WP won 62.7%)
Joo Chiat = PAP won WP with 51% (GE2006 PAP won 65%)
*Mountbatten = PAP won NSP with 58.7%
*Pioneer = PAP won NSP with 60.7%
Potong Pasir = PAP won SPP with 50.4% (GE2006 SDA won 55.8%)
*Punggol East = PAP won WP and SDA with 54.5%
*Radin Mas = PAP won NSP with 67.1%
*Sengkang West = PAP won WP with 58.1%
*Whampoa = PAP won NSP with 66.1%
*Yuhua = PAP won SDP with 66.9%
* represents new ward carved out of former GRCs
4-member GRCs
Holland-Bukit Timah = PAP won SDP with 60.1% (GE2006 PAP walkover, not contested since formation in 2001)
*Moulmein-Kallang = PAP won WP with 58.6%
* represents new GRC from parts of other GRCs
5-member GRCs
Aljunied = WP won PAP with 54.7%, PAP lost by 45.3% (GE2006 PAP won 56.1%)
Bishan-Toa Payoh = PAP won SPP with 56.9% (GE2006 PAP walkover, not contested since formation in 1997)
*Chua Chu Kang = PAP won NSP with 61.2%
East Coast = PAP won WP with 54.8% (GE2006 PAP won 63.9%)
Jurong = PAP won NSP with 67% (GE2006 PAP walkover, last contested in 2001 PAP won 79.7%)
Marine Parade = PAP won NSP with 56.7% (GE2006 PAP walkover, last contested in 1992 PAP won 72.9%)
*Nee Soon = PAP won WP with 58.4%
Sembawang = PAP won SDP with 63.9% (GE2006 PAP won 76.7%)
Tampines = PAP won NSP with 57.2% (GE2006 PAP won 68.5%)
West Coast = PAP won RP with 66.6% (GE2006 PAP walkover, last contested in 1997 PAP won 70.1%)
* represents new GRC from former GRCs and SMCs
6-member GRCs
Ang Mo Kio = PAP won RP with 69.3% (GE2006 PAP won 66.1%)
Pasir Ris-Punggol = PAP won SDA with 64.8% (GE2006 PAP won 68.7%)
Walkover
Tanjong Pagar (GE2006 PAP walkover, not contested since formation in 1991)
The incumbent party, PAP is back in power with a win of 81 out of 87 seats in Parliament. The alternative party, WP won 6 out of 87 seats.
It came as no surprise that the incumbent party would win but I was more interested in knowing what was the increase in voters voting for alternative parties in the SMCs and GRCs. When comparing the past GE2006 results (in red) and the current GE2011 results (in blue), the PAP vote share has dipped in the SMCs and GRCs, indicating that there are now more voters voting for alternative parties. Looking also at how PAP fared in the past GEs, PAP is certainly declining in its popularity with its voters. In GE2001, PAP obtained 75.3%, it obtained 66.6% in GE2006 and now GE2011, PAP only obtained 60.1%. It is a clear indication that the people are not happy with the way things are going. It remains to be seen if PAP would put into action what they have promised during the campaigns or they are going to remain as words and empty promises...
It was heartening to know that the voters are now less apathetic, as shown by WP's win of a GRC and the increase in vote shares for alternative parties. Although there are only 6 seats in the Parliament going to WP, it is a small step taken by the voters, but still a step nevertheless, towards embracing change in the political scene of Singapore.
Friday, 6 May 2011
Alternative Parties and PAP
"I explained to them my plans for forming a party to represent the workers and the dispossessed, especially the Chinese-educated, not in order to win the coming election, but to gain a significant number of seats so as to show up the rottenness of the system and the present political parties, and to build up for the next round. - LKY, on formation of the PAP, 1954.
".. it was perhaps fortunate that the PAP had not set out to form a government and therefore would not be implementing our proposals. ..we had aroused expectations of great changes. We had got the people interested enough to come and listen to our speeches, and then tossed them stirring ideas, instilling in them a spirit of defiance" - LKY on the formation of the PAP, 1954.
Way back in 1954, the above reasons were given for the formation of the incumbent party, PAP which was then the opposition or alternative party. However, it seemed PAP has forgotten its own humble beginnings and is now behaving in a thug-like manner towards the opposition/ alternative parties as well as towards its voters who voted them into power in past elections. The founding father of the incumbent has even warned Aljunied voters they will have to live and "repent" for the next five years if they vote in the opposition.
The PAP has forgotten its roots. It started out "not to form a government" but to "represent the workers and the dispossessed" in order to "gain a significant number of seats so as to show up the rottenness of the system and the present political parties". The voters then, listened to their speeches, took a gamble, gave PAP a chance and voted it into power. However, over the years it has slowly become that which it was first formed to oppose. Sadly, money and power have gotten into the way of serving the people.
Are the alternative parties of now any different from the PAP of 1954? It is a resounding no. The alternative parties are doing exactly what was proposed by the founding father of the incumbent back in 1954. The alternative parties want only to "gain a significant number of seats so as to show up the rottenness of the system and the present political party". The alternative parties are not asking to replace the incumbent party but only to have enough alternative voices in the parliament so that there is check and balance. The alternative parties are only asking for a chance to be the voice of the people. However, the incumbent and its supporters said that the alternative parties have not proven themselves, they have no track record and that the alternative parties have not done anything other than talk. It is an unfair statement to make. Without given a chance, how can the alternative parties prove themselves? It will remain words because the alternative parties are not given a chance to put words into action. Imagine if our forefathers decided not to vote for PAP just because they didn't have a proven track record but only stirring ideas, would there be a PAP today? At least our forefathers were fearless. At least our forefathers were willing to embrace change. At least they were willing to take the risk. They voted for the PAP to give them a chance to prove themselves.
Polling Day is tomorrow. I wonder what will the voters of today do? Will they be fearless like our forefathers? Will they embrace change? Will they vote for an alternative voice to represent them in parliament?
It is unfortunate that I have been denied the chance to vote because of the Tanjong Pagar GRC walk-over (yet again). If I can vote, I know where my vote will go. To the party which is willing to listen to the people. To the party who is willing to be the people's voice.
".. it was perhaps fortunate that the PAP had not set out to form a government and therefore would not be implementing our proposals. ..we had aroused expectations of great changes. We had got the people interested enough to come and listen to our speeches, and then tossed them stirring ideas, instilling in them a spirit of defiance" - LKY on the formation of the PAP, 1954.
Way back in 1954, the above reasons were given for the formation of the incumbent party, PAP which was then the opposition or alternative party. However, it seemed PAP has forgotten its own humble beginnings and is now behaving in a thug-like manner towards the opposition/ alternative parties as well as towards its voters who voted them into power in past elections. The founding father of the incumbent has even warned Aljunied voters they will have to live and "repent" for the next five years if they vote in the opposition.
The PAP has forgotten its roots. It started out "not to form a government" but to "represent the workers and the dispossessed" in order to "gain a significant number of seats so as to show up the rottenness of the system and the present political parties". The voters then, listened to their speeches, took a gamble, gave PAP a chance and voted it into power. However, over the years it has slowly become that which it was first formed to oppose. Sadly, money and power have gotten into the way of serving the people.
Are the alternative parties of now any different from the PAP of 1954? It is a resounding no. The alternative parties are doing exactly what was proposed by the founding father of the incumbent back in 1954. The alternative parties want only to "gain a significant number of seats so as to show up the rottenness of the system and the present political party". The alternative parties are not asking to replace the incumbent party but only to have enough alternative voices in the parliament so that there is check and balance. The alternative parties are only asking for a chance to be the voice of the people. However, the incumbent and its supporters said that the alternative parties have not proven themselves, they have no track record and that the alternative parties have not done anything other than talk. It is an unfair statement to make. Without given a chance, how can the alternative parties prove themselves? It will remain words because the alternative parties are not given a chance to put words into action. Imagine if our forefathers decided not to vote for PAP just because they didn't have a proven track record but only stirring ideas, would there be a PAP today? At least our forefathers were fearless. At least our forefathers were willing to embrace change. At least they were willing to take the risk. They voted for the PAP to give them a chance to prove themselves.
Polling Day is tomorrow. I wonder what will the voters of today do? Will they be fearless like our forefathers? Will they embrace change? Will they vote for an alternative voice to represent them in parliament?
It is unfortunate that I have been denied the chance to vote because of the Tanjong Pagar GRC walk-over (yet again). If I can vote, I know where my vote will go. To the party which is willing to listen to the people. To the party who is willing to be the people's voice.
GE Rallies 2011 IV - 5 May 2011
It is the final day of rallies for all parties. Here are some of the rally speeches from the alternative parties. I am putthing up these videos (uploaded by TODAYdigital) here for my girls, especially after the indifferent and "don't want trouble" attitude of their father. They will need to know what really went down in this watershed election in Singapore's history. What about the incumbent party's speeches? Well, I am sure the incumbent party will see to it that their speeches will be around for a long time to come.
Dr Vincent Wijeysingha CBD lunchtime rally
Tan Jee Say CBD lunchtime rally
Nicole Seah Jurong GRC rally
Chiam See Tong Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC rally
Chen Show Mao Aljunied GRC rally
Sylvia Lim Aljunied GRC rally
Low Thia Khiang Aljunied GRC rally (part 1)
Low Thia Khiang Aljunied GRC rally (part 2)
Pritam Singh Aljunied GRC rally
Dr Vincent Wijeysingha CBD lunchtime rally
Tan Jee Say CBD lunchtime rally
Nicole Seah Jurong GRC rally
Chiam See Tong Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC rally
Chen Show Mao Aljunied GRC rally
Sylvia Lim Aljunied GRC rally
Low Thia Khiang Aljunied GRC rally (part 1)
Low Thia Khiang Aljunied GRC rally (part 2)
Pritam Singh Aljunied GRC rally
Thursday, 5 May 2011
People who live as Zombies II
Someone wrote a comment to my earlier post "People who live as Zombies".
Anonymous said...
It is unfortunate that there are people who still cower at an imagined fear. Fear that they will be robbed of their comforts. Fear that they will be persecuted for their vote. Fear that they will no longer have their luxuries. Fear that their properties will devalue. But these fears have been proven wrong (see The Online Citizen for detailed analysis of each of these).
Ultimately, it is fear of change that such people are really afraid of. Change for the better for everyone is not as important as status quo for themselves.
People should know that their vote is TRULY secret, and they should vote with confidence.
http://wp.sg/your-vote-is-secret/
5 May 2011 00:12
Thanks for the back-up. :) Thanks for the link too. It would be a pity if the girls' father just vote blindly for the incumbent party because the alternative party candidate, Mr Chiam See Tong is good and he has proven track records as the representative of the Potong Pasir constituency in Singapore's Parliament since 1984.
The timing couldn't be better with the below posting on channelnewsasia.com. Mr Chiam telling voters that they shouldn't be afraid to vote for the opposition (I prefer the term, alternative party).
GE: Don't be afraid to vote for the opposition, says Chiam
Posted: 04 May 2011 2354 hrs
SINGAPORE: Singapore People's Party Candidate for Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC, Chiam See Tong, in his opening remarks called on voters not to be afraid to vote in the opposition, citing himself as a living example. He added the residents of Potong Pasir have not been victimised since he became their MP.
He said: "Be brave be courageous...do not read the papers...there is nothing you should be afraid of. I am the living example...and I and all the residents of Potong Pasir have not been victimised. So nothing for you to fear, be brave as you are."
Mr Chiam was speaking at a SPP rally in Serangoon on Wednesday evening.
Meanwhile, fellow SPP Candidate for Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC, Jimmy Lee, said he welcomes the Prime Minister's apology for the government's past mistakes.
But he described it as a symbolic gesture and wants to know when the rest of the PAP ministers will apologise. He also said that having 40 opposition MPs in parliament will mean substance in parliament.
Mr Lee said: "The substance...is in parliamentary discourse. The substance is in discussing policies in parliament, the low down, the gritty, the ground level fight over policy decisions in parliament....that is the substance we are looking for.
"Two alternative MPs in parliament, that is a symbol, that is (a) very important symbol that Hougang and Potong Pasir has been showing to the rest of Singapore for the last 27 years...the rest of Singapore appreciates this symbol."
-CNA/ac
Anonymous said...
It is unfortunate that there are people who still cower at an imagined fear. Fear that they will be robbed of their comforts. Fear that they will be persecuted for their vote. Fear that they will no longer have their luxuries. Fear that their properties will devalue. But these fears have been proven wrong (see The Online Citizen for detailed analysis of each of these).
Ultimately, it is fear of change that such people are really afraid of. Change for the better for everyone is not as important as status quo for themselves.
People should know that their vote is TRULY secret, and they should vote with confidence.
http://wp.sg/your-vote-is-secret/
5 May 2011 00:12
Thanks for the back-up. :) Thanks for the link too. It would be a pity if the girls' father just vote blindly for the incumbent party because the alternative party candidate, Mr Chiam See Tong is good and he has proven track records as the representative of the Potong Pasir constituency in Singapore's Parliament since 1984.
The timing couldn't be better with the below posting on channelnewsasia.com. Mr Chiam telling voters that they shouldn't be afraid to vote for the opposition (I prefer the term, alternative party).
GE: Don't be afraid to vote for the opposition, says Chiam
Posted: 04 May 2011 2354 hrs
SINGAPORE: Singapore People's Party Candidate for Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC, Chiam See Tong, in his opening remarks called on voters not to be afraid to vote in the opposition, citing himself as a living example. He added the residents of Potong Pasir have not been victimised since he became their MP.
He said: "Be brave be courageous...do not read the papers...there is nothing you should be afraid of. I am the living example...and I and all the residents of Potong Pasir have not been victimised. So nothing for you to fear, be brave as you are."
Mr Chiam was speaking at a SPP rally in Serangoon on Wednesday evening.
Meanwhile, fellow SPP Candidate for Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC, Jimmy Lee, said he welcomes the Prime Minister's apology for the government's past mistakes.
But he described it as a symbolic gesture and wants to know when the rest of the PAP ministers will apologise. He also said that having 40 opposition MPs in parliament will mean substance in parliament.
Mr Lee said: "The substance...is in parliamentary discourse. The substance is in discussing policies in parliament, the low down, the gritty, the ground level fight over policy decisions in parliament....that is the substance we are looking for.
"Two alternative MPs in parliament, that is a symbol, that is (a) very important symbol that Hougang and Potong Pasir has been showing to the rest of Singapore for the last 27 years...the rest of Singapore appreciates this symbol."
-CNA/ac
Wednesday, 4 May 2011
People who live as Zombies
I know this guy who will get to vote in his Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC. Out of curiosity, I asked him who he is going to vote for.
Me: So who are you going to vote for?
L: PAP lah
Me: *eyes widened* Why?
L: Don't want any trouble.
Me: *ROLL EYES*
If he had given me a real reason, I would have accepted it as his choice. But "Don't want any trouble" is really just a lame excuse. Yes, unfortunately there are still people like him who are going to vote out due to this "Don't want any trouble" mentality. No balls, I would say. There are still people like him who will take the easy way out rather than take the time to listen and weigh in the pros and cons of the incumbent party and the alternative party and choose the party that will best represent their views and beliefs in parliament. Sigh.
Who is this guy? He is the girls' father.
For people like the above who think that the incumbent party will look at every voting slip to see who has voted against them, PLEASE look at the below video, "Is my vote really secret?" (uploaded by MARUAHSG)
Me: So who are you going to vote for?
L: PAP lah
Me: *eyes widened* Why?
L: Don't want any trouble.
Me: *ROLL EYES*
If he had given me a real reason, I would have accepted it as his choice. But "Don't want any trouble" is really just a lame excuse. Yes, unfortunately there are still people like him who are going to vote out due to this "Don't want any trouble" mentality. No balls, I would say. There are still people like him who will take the easy way out rather than take the time to listen and weigh in the pros and cons of the incumbent party and the alternative party and choose the party that will best represent their views and beliefs in parliament. Sigh.
Who is this guy? He is the girls' father.
For people like the above who think that the incumbent party will look at every voting slip to see who has voted against them, PLEASE look at the below video, "Is my vote really secret?" (uploaded by MARUAHSG)
Tuesday, 3 May 2011
GE Rallies 2011 III
Totally agreed with what Dr Vincent Wijeysingha said. Fear is irrational. Be fearless! Another great speaker, who speaks with great conviction and sincerity.
Vincent: All you do is switch the light on, and then you realize it’s not a snake, but a coil of rope. The PAP’s threats are like a coil of rope. They are terribly frightened that you will put the lights on – the lights in your heart and in your head, and then you will see that those threats are harmless, and will be harmless after the 7th of May.
(uploaded by TODAYdigital)
Vincent: All you do is switch the light on, and then you realize it’s not a snake, but a coil of rope. The PAP’s threats are like a coil of rope. They are terribly frightened that you will put the lights on – the lights in your heart and in your head, and then you will see that those threats are harmless, and will be harmless after the 7th of May.
(uploaded by TODAYdigital)
GE 2011 Humour
I saw this on Youtube and it made me laugh. For those of you into Star Wars and into politics. :)
(Uploaded by sghumour)
(Uploaded by sghumour)
Friday, 29 April 2011
Singapore General Election 2011
I am still very upset that I have yet again been denied the chance to vote. All because I am unfortunate enough to be in the Tanjong Pagar GRC.
I have never voted once in my life. For many years now, I have been robbed of my rights to voice my opinions with regards to the elected leaders and overall government policies. I have been robbed of my rights to have a say in shaping and deciding my own future...
For those of you who can vote on 7 May 2011, please vote for a party that is really concerned for the welfare of the people and for the good of the country...
"Let each citizen remember at the moment he is offering his vote that he is not making a present or a compliment to please an individual--or at least that he ought not so to do; but that he is executing one of the most solemn trusts in human society for which he is accountable to God and his country." ~Samuel Adams, The Writings of Samuel Adams, Harry Alonzo Cushing, editor (New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1907), Vol. IV, p. 256.
PS.
At the Young PAP's 25th anniversary celebration, PM Lee said, "Never forget we are servants of the people, not their masters. Always maintain a sense of humility and service. Never lord it over the people we are looking after and serving."
I found this quote which is very interesting and provides food for thought.
"In order to become the master, the politician poses as the servant." ~Charles de Gaulle
I have never voted once in my life. For many years now, I have been robbed of my rights to voice my opinions with regards to the elected leaders and overall government policies. I have been robbed of my rights to have a say in shaping and deciding my own future...
For those of you who can vote on 7 May 2011, please vote for a party that is really concerned for the welfare of the people and for the good of the country...
"Let each citizen remember at the moment he is offering his vote that he is not making a present or a compliment to please an individual--or at least that he ought not so to do; but that he is executing one of the most solemn trusts in human society for which he is accountable to God and his country." ~Samuel Adams, The Writings of Samuel Adams, Harry Alonzo Cushing, editor (New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1907), Vol. IV, p. 256.
PS.
At the Young PAP's 25th anniversary celebration, PM Lee said, "Never forget we are servants of the people, not their masters. Always maintain a sense of humility and service. Never lord it over the people we are looking after and serving."
I found this quote which is very interesting and provides food for thought.
"In order to become the master, the politician poses as the servant." ~Charles de Gaulle
Wednesday, 11 November 2009
Singapore Idol 2009
Tonight is the first time I caught Singapore Idol, the Final 6 on television, well only some parts of it. I actually caught more of Singapore Idol on Youtube haha. :P I must say for this year SI, the girls are pretty GOOD - strong vocals and some with great looks too!! However, I was alarmed when I heard from a good friend that only 2 girls were left in the competition! :O
When I started psychoanalysing (sorry, occupational hazard lol) why, despite having talent and looks, the girls were continuously being voted out, it seemed quite clear the reason why. The male contestants have an advantage that the female contestants didn't have - female fans! Never underestimate what a female fan would do to ensure her idol stays in the competition. They are willing to save money (work part-time jobs, skip meals, etc) in order to vote numerous times!
However, with the female contestants, if their male fans are attached or married, chances are they are less likely to vote. Why? See, their girlfriends or wives would be unhappy or jealous if the guys openly discuss or say they like a certain female contestant. What do you think are the chances of the girlfriends or wives letting the guys vote for their favourite female contestant? Haha. But of course, there would be some girlfriends and wives who are magnanimous enough to let their boyfriends and husbands vote for their favourite female contestant. :)
Tonight is the first time ever I voted for a Singapore Idol contestant. I usually don't bother. Besides acknowledging that she is good, I was also helping my good friend to vote for his favourite female contestant. Why? Reason as stated above haha. :P
Just heard the results, she is in! I think my friend owes me one lol. :)
When I started psychoanalysing (sorry, occupational hazard lol) why, despite having talent and looks, the girls were continuously being voted out, it seemed quite clear the reason why. The male contestants have an advantage that the female contestants didn't have - female fans! Never underestimate what a female fan would do to ensure her idol stays in the competition. They are willing to save money (work part-time jobs, skip meals, etc) in order to vote numerous times!
However, with the female contestants, if their male fans are attached or married, chances are they are less likely to vote. Why? See, their girlfriends or wives would be unhappy or jealous if the guys openly discuss or say they like a certain female contestant. What do you think are the chances of the girlfriends or wives letting the guys vote for their favourite female contestant? Haha. But of course, there would be some girlfriends and wives who are magnanimous enough to let their boyfriends and husbands vote for their favourite female contestant. :)
Tonight is the first time ever I voted for a Singapore Idol contestant. I usually don't bother. Besides acknowledging that she is good, I was also helping my good friend to vote for his favourite female contestant. Why? Reason as stated above haha. :P
Just heard the results, she is in! I think my friend owes me one lol. :)
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