I am talking about our Prime Minister, Mr Lee Hsien Loong. I have done my fair share of criticism of his government, and most, if not all, are deserved. We expected, still expect, will be expecting, better. But that's not the point; my point is that he is not the most articulate of leaders we have seen or heard. And in this age where image and eloquence can help shape the message (ask President Obama), Mr Lee can come across as awkward and uncomfortable. His 10 minute National Day speech made me squirm, and makes British PM Gordon Brown look like a brilliant speaker.
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