Summary of Reddit Comments on "singapore raw"

Colorism in Singapore and Asia

Colorism, associating lighter skin with beauty and attractiveness, is prevalent in parts of Asia like India and Singapore.
Many cultures link darker skin with being poor or dirty, while pale skin is considered beautiful and elite.
South Indians are darker than North Indians, challenging the idea of lighter skin being associated with higher status.
Skin whitening agents are common in Skincare products in countries like Singapore and Thailand, perpetuating the idea of lighter skin being more desirable.

Singaporeans are generally apathetic towards local sports except when it involves success at major events like the Olympics.
Athletics, like table tennis and sailing, may not receive as much attention compared to other sports.
There is minimal interest in non-elite sports in Singapore, and local sports achievements may not be widely celebrated.

Comments suggest that the Singaporean workforce is perceived as lazy or incompetent by some, while foreign workers are seen as harder workers.
Some attribute this work attitude to the impact of National Service (NS) on innovation and motivation.
There are opinions on the recruitment of foreign workers in Singapore, with some suggesting a preference for wealthy individuals over skilled workers.
Issues of language proficiency and integration requirements for foreigners in Singapore are discussed, with varying views on the necessity of English proficiency.

r/Singapore is described as heavily moderated, while r/SingaporeRaw is seen as a platform for uncensored opinions.
Users in each subreddit have differing political views, with r/SingaporeRaw being associated with nationalism and criticism of the government.
r/SingaporeRaw is perceived as allowing more expression compared to r/Singapore, which may filter posts and comments.
The two subreddits are characterized as representing different aspects of Singaporean society, with r/SingaporeRaw catering to a different demographic than r/Singapore.

Discussions range from language requirements for citizenship to attitudes towards censorship and work ethics in different groups of people.
There are contrasting opinions on the need for English proficiency, with some seeing it as essential for integration and communication, while others view it as a barrier or unnecessary imposition.