Pathetic Opposition

This is the amazing top-of-the-line Lexus LS600h. It's the hybrid version of the LS range, featuring a 5-litre engine with electric motor assist, giving the equivalent power of a 6-litre. Hence 600.

Chee Soon Juan continues to plumb new depths. This time, he's taking a whole bunch of suckers with him. I think, in an election between him and Harbans Singh (currently deceased), Harbans would win. I seriously suspect he might have a psychological problem. What he's doing is totally ineffective. In fact, I still think he's a gahmen agent. Notice how many other opposition figures are going to wipe out because of him.

Most other dangerous opposition figures have been run out of town. Only the inept ones are allowed to stay and make fools of themselves. Makes the PAP look better. Ergo, Chee is either that, or a plant. I tend to favour the latter. He just doesn't have an honest face suitable for politics. Mitsubishi Electric might want him to advertise for their unwanted aircons.

Democracy Is A Load Of Bunkum

It is the instinctive wish of all good, Christian people to support Democracy. It seems to be the 'good' option. The 'right' thing. But is it?

Democracy is a recent invention. Greeks or something. I don't know history. Anyway, it's new. It doesn't exist in the wild. Out there, the strongest lead. Others follow. There's no voting. You have to ask yourself, do you support Democracy because of your upbringing? Probably. It's not genetically hard-coded.

The prime example disproving Democracy is Singapore. With true democracy, we'd be a banana republic. For sure. We lucked out. We got a virtual dictatorship that was benign. Lee Kuan Yew plays hard-ball, very hard. He's also very smart. Things work in Singapore because there's less populism (we're still technically democratic). Imagine how powerful Malaya would be if LKY had succeeded in taking control. We'd be bigger than America.

Then look at the Middle East. Democracy is an open invite to the Islamists to go legit. I think America is beginning to realize this. And beginning to realize that maybe Democracy sucks. But then, Democracy is almost synonymous with America. Does that mean America sucks? Tough question.

The bottom line is, as Lee Kuan Yew realizes but cannot say out loud, is that the average man is too stupid to deserve a vote. Think about it, it's a stupid system. Ideally, the system should pick out the most capable and honest leaders, and let them go to work. Without having to answer to the people. Then they can make the unpopular but necessary decisions.

Although we all gripe about the gahmen, the fact is we're lucky. LKY has set up a more-or-less self perpetuating system of good government (see, I can spell it right). I'm sure he has processes in place to prevent bad apples from taking over. Democracy (true democracy, that is) can only spoil the party. All in all, Singapore is all about luck. I've always said, if you really don't like it, leave. Why complain.

In summary, good government boils down to luck. You can't 'elect' a good government. It doesn't last.

Sony Ericsson K750i

I just bought the Sony Ericsson K750i. Been waiting a long time for prices to drop. Decided to spend my Progress money. Cost me $522.90 at Cost Tyre. It certainly has a quality feel to it. Better than my previous Siemens phones.

This here is a test picture I took of my car. Hehe.

Pimp My Ride (Again)

Yummy. These 22 inch rims would kill. They'd also kill my wallet.

Oil Brinkmanship

America and Iran are both threatening to use the oil card in the standoff over Iran's nuclear ambition. America to boycott and Iran to cut-off the oil. In both cases, oil prices will go through the roof.

Although my investments will take a serious hit, I say bring it on. High prices will encourage alternatives. When the world doesn't need Arab oil any more, things will go our way.

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France - as you sow, so shall you reap. Hah. They should have put it to a referendum. Black and white. Anyway, they'll regret opposing reform. Mark my words. BTW, I'm talking about the labour law proposed by De Vellepin.

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I just watched a bootleg copy (what else?) of 'Cannibal Holocaust'. Boy was it gory. Then I read up about it on IMDb and on the web. Interesting thing. Banned in 50 countries. It included real killing of animals, 3 rape scenes (simulated) and, of course, acts of cannibalism (simulated, I think). It's some sort of cult classic now. Worth a watch. Not a keeper, though. I wouldn't watch it again.

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Rockson has made several cogent points regarding PAP's renewal program. It seems that he's getting too good at criticizing the gahmen. Maybe the tool has turned on the master...

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This internecine tit-for-tat war between Shiites and Sunnis is more than a little convenient. Could it be an American/ Israeli plot to turn the enemy in on itself? With most other protagonists, this tactic wouldn't work. But with Islamists (extremist Muslims), it certainly would. It would certainly be a brilliant and cunning strategy.

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Just watched a video of Queen singing 'Bohemian Rhapsody' live, on Youtube. I can only recognize Freddy because of his teeth. I realized that Queen must be a very good band if it could succeed despite its name (FYI, queen can mean gay). http://youtube.com/watch?v=6oTG_RKzwvA

Would You Buy An Aircon From This Man?

Not.

Islam Against Gays

The bloody picture upload function is not functioning. Bugger.

Speaking of bugger, I just read about how gays are being hunted down and killed in Iran and Iraq. Muslims can be rather intolerant of many things. They also tend to take things to extremes (especially the extremists, ha-ha). I do think that killing gays is a bit extreme. Judgement and punishment should be left to God.

Instead of fighting it, gays in these places should just stay in the closet, get married, and get with the program. Or leave and convert to a more tolerant religion, like Christianity...

I'd like to see these extremists (or Islamists) try to take their pogrom to USA, that bastion of gayness. Then we'll see some fireworks.

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Managed to upload the pic. Recently, someone I'm acquainted with, said 'I'm not a prostitute', in reply to a question asking him when he'd show up in all-white (PAP candidate).

It might seem fashionable to repeat such a phrase if you're not fully enamoured with the ruling party. However, on further analysis, I've come to realise that the only people who actually say such things, are rich. That's right, you heard me. Even an MP's 'allowance' is nothing to sniff at. You could give up your day-job.

As for me, I don't fit the profile. I'll never be 'invited'. Besides, being an MP is 'peanuts'. I'd only sell out for a Minister's pay. Dream on...

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I happened to ride an MRT recently and was horrified to see Jack Neo's face on every window. There was nowhere I could sit without seeing his mug. I think Mitsubishi Electric are idiots for using this guy. I can safely say they'll get NO mileage from him. Idiotic prats.

Need For Speed: Most Wanted

I've been playing this game for the last few days on my Xbox 360. It's pretty fun. The driving physics are semi-arcade. It sure gets tense when there's 6 or 7 police corvettes breathing down your neck.

And the cars are beautiful. That's what I like about the Need For Speed series. Really cool customization.

Idiot Driver

This morning I was nearly run off the road by an idiot in a Mercedes E320 (black, didn't get the licence plate though). I'd already horned at him for not indicating when changing lanes. After filtering into a road, I was keeping right to turn right. This idiot was on my left, and thinking his powerful car could easily outdistance me, he just cut into the right lane. I was next to him, and had to jam on my brakes. It goes without saying he didn't indicate. The bastard eventually turned off into SGH. Probably a doctor - shameful.

I officially curse him and hope that he dies a slow and painful death. Watch out for the obit. Bastard.

Progress Dosh

I've just applied to have my Progress money wired into my bank account. I'll be getting $700 in all ($600 + $100 for SAF). Nothing to sniff at. I've told myself that I must spend this money.

I've been saying that it's stupid to just give out cash like that. It would be better in the form of NTUC vouchers. Everyone needs groceries. It's also less likely to be abused.

The very people who would benefit the most from this kind of handout are the one who will either:
1. Buy a new handphone
2. Gamble
3. Drink
4. Go for a holiday
Which makes you wonder why cash. One word: Election. A bit too transparent, I'd say.