Punggol East By-Election Later News Update

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2013-01-19 Punggol East By-Election Rally 1

<abbr title="January 19, 2013" data-utime="1358609671">Yesterday</abbr> · · Taken at Punggol East SMC


Photo Credit: Jacky Koh Chee Koon

 

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2013-01-19 Punggol East By-Election Rally 1

<abbr title="January 19, 2013" data-utime="1358609671">Yesterday</abbr> · · Taken at Punggol East SMC


Photo Credit: Jacky Koh Chee Koon

 

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2013-01-19 Punggol East By-Election Rally 1

<abbr title="January 19, 2013" data-utime="1358609671">Yesterday</abbr> · · Taken at Punggol East SMC


Photo Credit: Jacky Koh Chee Koon

 

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2013-01-19 Punggol East By-Election Rally 1

<abbr title="January 19, 2013" data-utime="1358609671">Yesterday</abbr> · · Taken at Punggol East SMC


Photo Credit: Jacky Koh Chee Koon

 

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[h=1]Don't let PAP take you for granted: WP's Low Thia Kiang[/h]

Yahoo! Newsroom/Yahoo! Photos / Christine Choo - WP's Low addresses the 5,000 strong crowd


The Workers' Party went on the offensive on Saturday evening during its first rally of the Punggol by-election on Saturday night.
On a muddy field in Punggol, more than 5,000 people turned up to hear WP secretary-general Low Thia Kiang urge voters not to let the PAP take them for granted.


"Ask yourself if the PAP appreciates your support or do you want to send a message to the PAP government that you don't want your support to be taken for granted anymore?," said Low.

"How did Rivervale Plaza, the only marketplace in this town, have delays in renovation works?" said Low. "Have any real efforts been made since two years ago here?"WP chairman Sylvia Lim continued in the same vein, asking voters to keep up the pressure on the ruling PAP.

"Do you really want another PAP man to enter Parliament? There are so many PAP men in parliament already. Why not a WP woman?" she asked to loud applause.

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Punggol East candidate [URL="http://us.lrd.yahoo.com/_ylt=Aj8XfzSEryBPnGIifi3It4_9Vsd_;_ylu=X3oDMTFrZzY3cTA1BG1pdANBcnRpY2xlIEJvZHkEcG9zAzIzBHNlYwNNZWRpYUFydGljbGVCb2R5QXNzZW1ibHk-;_ylg=X3oDMTMwZ2FzNWNkBGludGwDc2cEbGFuZwNlbi1zZwRwc3RhaWQDYTAyNjdjMTMtM2ViOC0zMjY0LWEyMGItNzhmYTFhM2UwMjBjBHBzdGNhdANwZWJ5LWVsZWN0aW9uBHB0A3N0b3J5cGFnZQ--;_ylv=0/SIG=13clqu3j7/EXP=1359866461/**http%3A//sg.news.yahoo.com/wp-unveils-lee-li-lian-as-punggol-east-candidate-032510682.html"]Lee Li Lian, who is among four candidates standing for the by-election, also took the stage near the end of the three-hour rally.
Lee: I am just like you

She said her experience serving in Eunos has given her valuable experience in addressing the problems of Singapore.

"Like you I am a heartlander working hard to make a living," said Lee, who stressed that she too came from a humble background, a reference to PAP candidate's Dr Koh Poh Koon "I am one of you" campaign message.

"I'm also an ordinary Singaporean. I grew up in three-room HDB flat. I'm not a high flyer, or a government scholar. I did not do well earlier in my schooling years but I worked hard, really hard, and made it to Ngee Ann Polytechnic and eventually graduated from Curtin University of Australia," said the 34-year-old sales trainer.

"In order to ease the financial burden of my parents, I worked a part-time job when I was 15. I'm running for this because I want a better Singapore, not only for us but also for our children," said Lee, who will be contesting the ward after winning 41 per cent of the votes at the 2011 elections.

Touching on the issues she would champion in Parliament, she said she would focus on healthcare, the elderly and young families.

WP's Punggol East candidate Lee Li Lian:


Acknowledging that Punggol East was home to many young families wanting to have children or already having children, she said that she understood their concerns -- and took the chance to criticise the PAP on the issue of rising childcare and preschool fees.

"Childcare fees have gone up by 35 per cent in five years, despite the increase in the number of childcare and pre-school centres. This is because of high rental costs," she said.

She went on to say that the high rentals are passed on to parents as a result of a lack of subsidies, pointing out that only government linked PCF and NTUC kindergartens enjoyed $30 million in annual funding and heavy rental subsidies.

Earlier in the evening, most key WP party members took to the mic with impassioned speeches on hot topic issues like transport, childcare, healthcare and housing, all with the same underlying message: "The PAP has not listened or done enough for voters".




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The 'Aljunied slap'

Hougang MP Png Eng Huat had harsh words, saying that the PAP's "National Conversation" initiative had only come about because of WP's stellar showing at the last elections.

"The PAP was trying to rectify problems highlighted by the people to no avail, until the voters of Hougang decided to give them a tight slap," he said.

Party member Toh Hong Boon's speech on rising transport costs also hit a nerve with the crowd.

"Buying a Chery QQ in Singapore can buy you a Porsche in the US," he declared to loud cheers from the supporters.

WP's offensive on PAP came in the wake of several swipes taken at them by PAP party members.

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong had earlier in the morning told reporters that he had not seen any strong views or alternatives being presented by the opposition, both from their NCMPs and elected MPs.

WP members declined to comment on PM Lee's observation, saying that they would address the issue at their next rally.

 

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Find out more about our candidate Lee Li Lian as she sits down for an interview with Yahoo Singapore!







Punggol East by-election - One on One with Worker's Party candidate Lee Li Lian
Watch the video Punggol East by-election - One on One with Worker's Party candidate Lee Li Lian on Yahoo! News

 

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Me with the other Lian during the rally yesterday.

Vote me into Parliament, and I'll be speaking alongside her on your issues and concerns!

 

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WP will strengthen the voice of the opposition: Lee Li Lian

 

[billisnotathome]

Kudos to them. They are a truly well-oiled juggernaught when it comes to grassroots campaigning. CSJ should be fucking sitting there taking notes if he ever wants a Parliamentary platform for voicing his policy ideas.

 

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[h=2]Low: Vote for Lee Li Lian to strengthen WP[/h]


Posted on Jan 20, 2013 5:30 PM Updated: Jan 20, 2013 5:30 PM

By Tessa Wong








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Ms Lee Li Lian (left) and WP chief Low Thia Khiang during a walkabout in Punggol East -- ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUAN




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Workers' Party (WP) chief Low Thia Khiang and the party’s candidate Lee Li Lian on Sunday urged Punggol East residents to strengthen the opposition party by voting in one more WP MP into Parliament.


A stronger WP would make a difference to the lives of Singaporeans, especially voters of the single-seat ward, by pushing the Government to work harder, said Ms Lee.


Their pitch was a direct response to Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's recent call to voters not to vote tactically but according to what they believe in.


Asked to comment on this call at a Sunday morning walkabout at Rivervale Plaza, Mr Low said he would deal with the topic at the party’s next rally.


But he added: “I noted what PM said, and I would urge the Punggol East voters and residents to vote for Lee Li Lian and send her into Parliament to strengthen the WP.”


Ms Lee said: “We would still continue to add on to the voice, add on to the strength, One more WP MP means we have more voice, more airtime and more questions to ask, that would definitely make a difference.”


Referring to the Government, she said the WP would “be able to push them harder”.
If she was voted into Parliament, she would speak up on topics such as the high cost of living, welfare for the elderly, and family-related issues.

 

[GOD IS MY DOG]

WP should not have used the hammer and then red/yellow colours...........people will associate them with communism........maybe they could have been more popular

 

[billisnotathome]

Nicked from fuckwarezone. Shows the true scale of the crowd last night.

 

[tangugu]

Nice!

Caught the rally on TV through the live streaming. But will go down with friends for the coming one!

Cheong ah!

 

[MB55LOT5]

One of the front tooth is missing from lilian is it?

 

[GOD IS MY DOG]

looks like maybe 8k people at WP rally.................sure hope that will translate into votes for them..........

WP looks to be a sure winner liao

 

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Yee Jenn Jong(余振忠)


This Give Way sign seems to be telling something to the 3 male candidates - Give Way. Parliament can benefit from one more lady MP.

 

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Yee Jenn Jong(余振忠)


A supporter FB messaged me to share this with me regarding the WP rally on Saturday:

"There were many touching scene last night! Strangers helping strangers....when we were going down a muddy slope, strangers FORM A LINE to help those coming out of the field and down that slippery slope before the path.

I have never seen this SINGAPOREANS HELPING SINGAPOREANS thing for a long time!"

Thank you all supporters, for braving the weather and muddy conditions to encourage us on. We will soldier on and together, let's work to send a strong message on Jan 26 to all Singapore that political change will continue on.

 

[l_march_2000]

Does anyone has kpk campaigning pamphlets? Understand he put his hands in his
Pockets. Very yaya

Yee Jenn Jong(余振忠)


A supporter FB messaged me to share this with me regarding the WP rally on Saturday:

"There were many touching scene last night! Strangers helping strangers....when we were going down a muddy slope, strangers FORM A LINE to help those coming out of the field and down that slippery slope before the path.

I have never seen this SINGAPOREANS HELPING SINGAPOREANS thing for a long time!"

Thank you all supporters, for braving the weather and muddy conditions to encourage us on. We will soldier on and together, let's work to send a strong message on Jan 26 to all Singapore that political change will continue on.

 

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[h=1]2013-01-20 Day 5 Campaign[/h]Li Lian started her day early and visited the market and shops at Rivervale Plaza, before proceeding on feet to St Anne's Wood, a small quiet landed property estate situated in Punggol East. She proceeded with house visits after that, greeting and speaking to as many residents as possible.

Photo Credit: Jacky Koh Chee Koon