Wednesday, May 24, 2006
Ramblings
I do support public / government funding of minority, arts, public affairs, and children programming. What I want to see changed is that all Singaporeans should pay for the programming, regardless whether one owns any televisions or radios.
After all, with mass-market entertainment available on mobile phones, internet, DVDs and other alternate channels, the rich and the elite do not need to purchase a television or radio set in order to consume mass-market entertainment. Even MediaCorp programming is available on the internet and mobile phones.
Abolish television and radio licensing, and use money from the general taxation to fund public television and radio programming. It's simply more fair that way.
(The state is expected to get a boost in taxation income from gambling, which should easily cover the loss of income from the licensing scheme.)
News
Singapore Seeks To Capitalise On Interest In Asian Films
Singapore is planning to produce 15 movies a year within the next three years, to match countries like Australia.
Singapore Polls Undemocratic, Says Opposition Candidate
"During the time of polling, there were many threats and vote-buying tactics that are clearly unconsittutional."
Opinion
The Line Between Defamation And Debate
Not everything can be proven in court. But that does not mean that they are not true or should not be discussed. Still, one cannot doubt that persons defamed have a right to clear their name in court.
So, Is This A Part Of Lee Kuan Yew's "Asian Values?"
Now, it seems, the Lees themselves have pretty much given up trying to distinguish a morally righteous Singapore from a hopelessly debauched America.
More WMDs From Dr Mahathir
Dr Mahathir has revealed that it had been the Malaysian side who offered the sand and airspace to Singapore.
Singapore Politics, From An Economist's Viewpoint
The essence is that what is crucial for consumers' welfare is not whether an industry is actually a monopoly or competitive, but whether there is a real threat of competition.
Why Pattaya When Sentosa Can Do?
To understand the residents better, the grassroots leaders should walk into the estate and get closer to them. Perhaps they can discuss at a community club or school during the holidays in June.
