May 09 2009
after the storm
So the whole AWARE controversy has resolved itself with what some say is a return to the status quo? I would argue that seeing so many passionate women turn out in support of their beliefs is very heartening – but can this energy be sustained? And what of the Education Ministry’s turnaround in now suspending Comprehensive Sexuality Education in schools? Who has really won which battle? Does there really have to be a “battle” in the first place? Isn’t the point of civil society that you resolve differences and find consensus in a civil way? I really wonder whether this was just a storm in a teacup or whether it really points to deeper currents in my “conservative” and cautious countrymen.
One response so far
Joanne Leow is a producer-presenter with Channel NewsAsia. She is married with 2 young sons and spends her free time reading, writing, swimming, doing yoga and cooking up a storm.
Hi Joanne,
After seeing u many times in prime time morning i could find you, You are one of the most eligant presenters and I think you should be doing the show more than the korean woman.
Your face represents the true “Singapore Girl”, types you sometimes see on SQ.
Anyway, have fun,
Cheers,