The Star Online, 23 Aug 2008, Seah Chiang Nee
"Some critics see the reasons as coming from outside, rather than inside the PAP, which retains a tight control in the republic.
One is the flourishing Internet and the other is the emergence of a new generation of Singaporeans who clamour for an end to Kuan Yew’s soft authoritarianism.
The shocking outcome of Malaysia’s March election, with the big role played by the online community, is believed to be exerting a strong influence here.
Singapore’s digital plunge is greater than Malaysia’s. More than three quarters of the population have Internet access.
More Singaporeans are turning to online sources for information and opinions.
With the new move, it is clear that the government now wants to use the Internet to win the hearts and minds of disaffected youths."
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