Who are we? What is the purpose of The Online Citizen (TOC)?

TOC began in December 2006 with a simple aim in mind: telling the stories about Singapore and Singaporeans that weren’t being told in the mainstream press.

TOC is a blog site which endeavours to reflect the views and opinions of ordinary Singaporeans. It is a platform which welcomes contributions from the man in the street, the average citizen who is concerned about issues facing our country.


Here at TOC, Singaporeans share their honest opinions.


TOC does not pretend to be right all the time in what we say. We are open to corrections and even criticisms. It is our hope that through the honest and civil exchange of views, all of us will benefit and perhaps take public discourse, especially on controversial issues, to a higher and mature level.

TOC, as our tagline says, endeavours to be a Community of Singaporeans – concerned citizens who care enough to express their views.

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