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Letters
7 Nov 07
Dear
SDP,
I was one of those who bought a ticket for the 50th
anniversary dinner of WP. When I arrived early, I saw posters
containing "Wayang Party" and other insulting words
pasted all over outside the restaurant.
Later I learnt
that this was done by SDP supporters and the plan was hatched in
sammyboyforum. (See report in the online citizen).
As an
opposition supporter across the board, I never believed all that
propaganda against SDP although I never contacted you guys.
Attending the WP dinner was the first time I attended a
political event. At first I don't know if it is true but I
recall SDP attacked Sylvia Lim of WP just a few days ago.
I
am terribly disappointed, and disgusted, that you, the SDP would
resort to this. It is very unbecoming to do this. Why don't you
tackle the PAP than a fellow opposition party? From now on I
don't whether to believe what PAP says about you guys are true
anymore.
Thank you for reading this.
DESMOND
SDP's
reply:
Whatever criticisms Singaporeans have of
another opposition party is for that party to deal with. The SDP
should not be dragged into it. We have nothing to do with the
episode mentioned by you. To suggest otherwise is
mischievous.
The SDP concentrates our resources at
promoting the rights of Singaporeans and taking the PAP to task
for its exploitation and abuse of our fellow citizens.
We
have been doing this for years and we will continue doing this
until the PAP gives back to the people what it has robbed from
them.
We do not attack other opposition parties. We
respect their freedom to disagree with our views and actions.
However, we reserve our right to defend ourselves when
criticisms are directed at us. This we do with reasoned argument
and we do it openly on our website.
Hi,
I've
been following SDP's development over the years and I just want
to let you know that your efforts to speak up for Singaporeans
is very much appreciated although we might not always show it.
ANDY
Dr
Chee,
You will have my support always because you dare to
stand up to the ruling government. I hate the way they treat us
like as if we are nothing. I hope that one day SDP will succeed
so that we can all be respected citizens of Singapore.
I
used to be alienated from the SDP but now I know that you will
be our voice. There are many people who want to voice out but
dare not. I guess you can say that we are chicken. But one day,
when someone dies, we will stand up.
Please accept my
warmest regards and I hope that you and your family are looked
after by God.
MT
