Are we just pawns in a game of political chess?

I've always been pro-establishment, but the recent turn of events have left me pretty irked by all the mudslinging by people whom you'd expect to be higher than that. And yes, this is a non-political post.

Issue number 1: Gomez has apologized.

This has been talked to death. Repeat coverage on news broadcasts, what must he do to atone for this grave sin? Respect to Mr Goh CT though, for reminding his peers that there were more pressing issues to debate.

Issue number 2: The upgrading carrot.

It's our money. The opposition wards do not pay tax to the opposition MP. 'Nuff said.

Issue number 3: The label of 'terrorists' being applied to the people who put up the opposition banners

In what way were they doing wrong by choosing to put up their banners in the dead of night, when traffic was at its most SCARCE and thereby causing minimal disruption? Salute them for their efforts instead. Its NOTHING SHAMEFUL.

Issue number 4: Vote for us and healthcare costs will not increase?

The flip side of this issue is: we do not vote for you and healthcare will become more expensive? This is not a dichotomous situation. Whilst understanding that absolute costs will increase due to inflation, the government is bound to ensuring that the citizens have a reasonable standard of living.

Such threats do not rub off well on me. The issues, dear sirs. The ISSUES.
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And can someone clarify the mark to make on our voting slips? According to the Elections Department Website, the right way to mark is:

DO mark your choice CLEARLY with an X in the box-space on the right-hand side, opposite the name and symbol of the candidate or candidates of your choice.

BUT the SDA posters in Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC are marked with a TICK!!!!
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A good post on the Hougang Rally....
Courtesy of Yawning Bread