Independent judiciary in a Liberal democracy
By Richard Lu In liberal democracies, citizens are mandated to obey the rule of law. It stands to reason that the independence of the judiciary is not only an important part of a liberal democracy, but some might suggest it is essential. To understand why an independent judiciary is an important part of a liberal democracy...
Lim Swee Say, the Consummate Joker
By Yoong Siew Wah Can you believe your ears when the honourable Mr. Lim Swee Say, minister and secretary-general of the NTUC, said that he was like the little frog in the unheard of fable "kingdom of frogs" that he was deaf to all the criticisms of MP Mr. Low Thia Kiang on his so-called doctrine of ameiloration of lower wage...
Why an Independent Judiciary is an important part of a liberal democracy
By Richard Lu The Judiciary “The judiciary (also known as the judicial system or judicature) is the system of courts which interprets and applies the law in the name of the sovereign or state. The judiciary also provides a mechanism for the resolution of disputes. Under the doctrine of the separation of powers, the judiciary...
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