Memory of Joshua Benjamin Jeyaretnam

Joshua Benjamin Jeyaretnam (January 5, 1926 - September 30, 2008); more commonly known as "J.B. Jeyaretnam" or "J.B.J.") was a Singaporean politician. He was the first opposition party candidate to be elected a Member of Parliament (MP) in Singapore, 16 years after the country gained independence.

Jeyaretnam served as an MP for the Workers' Party of Singapore from 1981-86, and again from 1997-2001. Having left the Workers' Party, he recently formed the Reform Party to challenge the more than 40-year rule of the People's Action Party.

He died of a heart failure in the early morning of September 30, 2008 at the age of 82, leaving behind two sons.

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[singaporerebel]

Brilliant choice of song. Lyrics by Bob Dylan. Performed by Marcus Carl Franklin. Oh the foes will rise With the sleep still in their eyes ... But they'll pinch themselves and squeal And know that it's for real, The hour when the ship comes in. Then they'll raise their hands, Sayin' we'll meet all your demands, But we'll shout from the bow your days are numbered. And like Pharaoh's tribe, They'll be drownded in the tide, And like Goliath, they'll be conquered.

[bobdoom]

Thank you.

[MarshalltunesZZ]

We all know why there will not be enough comments in this tribute video. Well i for one have no disgrace in saying that JBJ was a true Singaporean who gave his life for his country and in what he strongly believed in.

He was but one man fighting a battle against an army. Let there be compassion. RIP Sir JBJ

Marshall

[bobdoom]

I agree. He's a great hero. I myself its not ashamed to call him one.

[feereditors]

JBJ you are missed.

[keeyk118b]

jbj is now in heaven. lky die liao go where?

[keeyk118b]

He stayed in the fight despite severe persecution from lky. RIP!

[MrChaiyenyen]

What a great man that stood by his unwavering beliefs for the good of this nation.

"A MAN OF TRUE GRIT" and not one who cower in face of oppression. How many

ministers here have such Balls but sadly only lots of YES MEN with deflated infertile balls! LEST WE FORGET!

[Razorsharp445]

Mr Joshua Benjamin Jeyaretnam you gave us hope for a better Singapore. A democratic country which we as the citizens can be proud of. I am reading your book about Making it Right for Singapore and I say that after going through all the torment and suffering, you came out stronger and even continued the fight for democracy. Rest in Peace, we will carry on your legacy.

[heretica]

Truly a Great Human Being -

Such Courage, Dedication, Grace and a steadfast desire to maintain his principles -

May his example inspire others to also give so selflessly for the values they believe in.

RIP JBJ

It was truly an honour to briefly speak to you. you've inspired us all

[eklektro68]

The Noam Chomsky quote used in the clip is not correct. The correct quote should be: "f we do not believe in freedom of expression for those WE despise, we do not believe in it at all."

[MichaelWithstand]

RIP dear Sir o sweet courageous soul. Sweet are the death of those whom God love.

[limkaiheng]

Dear JBJ, your soul is with us, WE WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN !!!