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This AFP report clearly stated “AFP reporters estimated the turnout at more than 2,000 people”. Even at 2,000, it would still be the largest public protest against Govt policy in the history of Singapore. It is unclear where ST got its “1,000 to 1,500″ figures from.
It is obvious that ST is trying to quote from a reputable international news agency to downplay the protest event. Even so, it can’t even quote correctly.
Now, looking at the news reported by other news agencies in the world on this historic event, most if not all, put the crowd size at several thousands.
- http://www.tremeritus.com/2013/02/17/st-tries-to-downplay-white-paper-protest-at-hong-lim/
It is obvious that ST is trying to quote from a reputable international news agency to downplay the protest event. Even so, it can’t even quote correctly.
Now, looking at the news reported by other news agencies in the world on this historic event, most if not all, put the crowd size at several thousands.
- http://www.tremeritus.com/2013/02/17/st-tries-to-downplay-white-paper-protest-at-hong-lim/