4/24/2013
Nizam Ismail ‘forced’ to resign from AMP?
There is an article in Breakfast Network today on the circumstances leading to Nizam Ismail’s resignation from AMP. This news is also carried by the main media. Nizam is a lawyer and had spoken at the first protest rally at Hong Lim and is scheduled to speak again on May Day in a sequel to the first rally.
It was reported that ‘AMP had informed him over the weekend that two ministers had “expressed concern” about some critical views he had put forth online and his participation in two events….He said he was presented with two options. One, if he did not “tone down” his activities, the Govt would withdraw funding from AMP. Two, dissociate himself from AMP if he wanted to continue with civil society activities.
So Nizam has resigned as a Director of AMP. Looks like Nizam will probably launch his political career after this episode as he is obviously a concerned Singaporean who is passionate about the affairs of the state and people. Now, which political party will he join? Or would he be invited for tea and join the ruling party? He is definitely a good catch for any party given that he is a rare minority intellect. Good for Nizam to take up politics as this looks like a natural thing to do.
All the best Nizam.
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I haven read anything or research about this guy yet.
I am color blind. I will trust Malay Singaporeans. Its time Malay Singaporeans speak up for not just Malay, but for Singaporeans.
Don disappoint me.
now does that explain where the 60% PAP voters come from ? holding the voters hostage in some way or another to vote for the ruling party ?
Unlikely he will join the pap and likely sdp. I hope he will join wp to have a better chance of getting into parliament
nizam appears to be a thinking sort, who communicates extremely well and pushes for action. as such, he comes across as an sdp man. nsp is another possibility. wp prefers to work quietly.
Anyone and anything has a price. Money can do wonders. That is the one powerful weapon pap has over all others.
Now does that tell you why civil servants and those working in GLCs mostly vote for the PAP?
That Hougang, Aljunied GRC and Punggol East can fall to the opposition is really beyond the ordinary, despite all those handicaps, hurdles and threats to ricebowls. Singaporeans may be called daft, but not all are really daft.
Is AMP a politically affiliated body? It must be. Honestly, I tend to think that the Law Society and many other professional bodies and associations are also drinking from the same trough. They cannot even fart if they have to.
As citizens, do Singaporeans have the freedom of association?
If yes, then why must all societies be registered with the government?
"rare minority intellect"??
Common...
Hi Andy, welcome to the blog.
There is quite a sizeable pool Malay elite now. Of Nizam's calibre and interest in political affairs are not many. I have known Yang Razali personally but have lost touch with him.
It is called leegalised blackmail - they squeezed the AMP by the balls and it has to let Nizam go or else lose funding.
IMO, actually the AMP has already been infiltrated by govt moles. There used to be one feisty university don, who was a constant irritant to the powers that be with his blunt comments. I wonder where is he now? Has he also been tamed?
You referring to Hussein Mutalib?
It is time for Malay Singaporeans to speak up against PAP policy instead of letting majority singaporeans fought on their befalf with regard to immigration policy.
The government want The AMP to be run by the stupidos but not by this elites.Stil can potray that the Malay are stil stupid.Tossing Coin...
Hi RB,
I certainly have no problem clicking some links to "buy you "coffee".
In the mean time, rest well.
I have read some of your posts and find them interesting, though not necessarily agreeing with all that were written. Nonetheless, I encourage you to continue "blogging" if you can.
Meanwhile, while you take a break from "blogging" to rest your "tired mind, fingers and body", I shall take it upon myself to assume the "thankless task" of "blogging" so that together Singapore can have a "diversity of views" and some "platforms" for debates and discussions for the betterment of our long term national interests.
I would like to believe all Singaporeans have a stake in this country. All efforts, big or small or however insignificant will make up all the countless drops that form the ocean, as long as they are constructive, intended for the improvement of our nation as a whole and not for any self-serving motive that might be detrimental to our nation building efforts.
Regards,
"New kid" in the "blog" - sgpropertymatters.blogspot.com
Why is AMP giving in to the money instead of fighting for their cause?
Puzzle??!! Be the one who fill the gap.
Hi Edmund, welcome to the blog. I like your spirit. This is what all Singaporeans should do and must do, to participate and speak out on national affairs. The people are no longer the illiterates of their parent's and grandparent's generations. They are all very well educated, knowledgeable and informed. Together we can make our country a better place for all.
Don't worry about agreeing with my articles. They are very provocative and can rub people up the wrong ways. I expect people to disagree with what I said. In fact some of the articles were written in that way to generate discussion, to make people angry or uncomfortable.
Hi RB,
Well said.
I have noticed you have resumed your routine ( aka blogging ) today :) after your one day ( 25 April 2013 ) self imposed silence.
Nevertheless, I shall heed your advice and continue this "unenviable task of blogging".
It is my belief that as long as netizens blog responsibly and sensibly for the good of society at large, it should help to add to the diversity of views, ideas and perspectives.
Enlargement of the space for debates and discussions facilitates cross-breeding of ideas and solutions.
How can a society not perish in the long run if its citizens are mere "robots" or "parrots" who can only repeat what they are told to?
As long as netizens remain rational in their tasks, surely they are aware of the "fragility" of this nation and in no way would there be any sensible soul who would willfully rocks the boat as he is also in it.
Being human, I believe it is nature to show passion for things near to our hearts. A true parent would never cause harm to his/ her child.
Having said that, I believe I have much to learn from 前辈 like your good self.
Regards,
Edmund Lim
sgpropertymatters.blogspot.com
Hi Edmund, just do it, exercise your right to free speech, to share your views on things. But don't go over board especially on things that could get you in hot soup. There is no necessity to want to play with fire.
A little discipline, a bit more consciousness in what we say and write is always good.
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