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Hide's apology fails to satisfy public

Singapore : Singapore | 21 days ago  
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Rodney Hide has said sorry for spending tens of thousands of dollars of taxpayers' money on trips for him and his girlfriend. But the apology, described by commentators and the Prime Minster alike as one of the most comprehensive seen from any politician, has not calmed public anger according to comments...
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  • fitzwillie

    @fitzwillie @cebsilver Indeed! But wouldn't the apology show politeness and care for the community, and perhaps raise the effectiveness? ;)

    21 days ago

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