When image prevails over equality

Sydney Star Observer, 15 Oct 2008, Lyndon Barnett

Singapore-raised Saiful, 36 (surname withheld) believes his government is more concerned with upholding a conservative, strict image of Singapore than allowing the population to enjoy equal legislation.

“The Government makes statements for the sake of saying things. Singapore has a reputation that it is strict on everything and that is the impression the Government wants to maintain,” he said.

It is for this reason that Saiful believes the anti-gay legislation will never be overturned.

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