Everyone likes cats.
Ok, most people like cats. Some are still trying to figure out how to show cats affection without getting death stares or scratch marks on their face.
Still, even if you’re a zealous dog lover, you have to admit that these little felines can be pretty damn cute.
They’re so widely adored that they’re even used as a symbol of solidarity in troubled times.
Police Reports Lodged Against Raeesah Khan
But before we talk about cats, we need to talk about police reports.
If you’re a cat yourself, you may be unaware that two police reports have been lodged against WP Sengkang Candidate Raeesah Khan for making certain comments on race and religion, mostly because you can’t read.
Still, it’s quite impressive that you managed to get to the Goody Feed website all on your own.
The comments which landed Khan in trouble were made on two separate Facebook posts, one reportedly on 17 May 2020, and another on 2 Feb 2018:
According to the police, Khan allegedly “commented that Singapore law enforcement authorities discriminated against citizens, and that compared to other groups, rich Chinese and white people were treated differently under the law”.
She also reportedly commented on the City Harvest Church ruling, allegedly saying that “Singapore jailed minorities mercilessly, harassed mosque leaders but let corrupt church leaders free.”
Police investigations are ongoing.
The 26-year-old, who is WP’s youngest candidate at this year’s General Election, apologised for her posts, and said she regrets making the “insensitive remarks”.
“I apologise to any racial group or community who have been hurt by my comments. My remarks were insensitive, and I regret making them,” she told reporters hours after the police statement was released.
“I feel really passionate about minority issues regardless of race and in my passion, I made improper remarks and I have to be accountable for them,” she said, adding that she will “fully cooperate in any police investigations”.
Netizens Showed Support
Instead of villainizing Khan, something we often do to people on the internet, netizens commended the Worker’s Party (WP) for their swift response and Khan for her honest apology.
The hashtag #IStandWithRaeesah started trending on Twitter, and Khan received an outpouring of support from users who felt she was being treated unfairly.
Some felt that Khan wasn’t trying to stir up racial tensions but hoping to start a dialogue on racial issues in Singapore.
So we can’t even speak up about the race issues that plague us? All the candidates running talk about making SG better. Better for WHO? They say they want to listen to us, but when we speak, we‘re shut down. I know who I’m supporting. #IStandWithRaeesahhttps://t.co/JnrCAsPe4W
— jules⁵ ✨ (@stanyutae) July 6, 2020
if someone speaking up about racism and injustice makes you feel uncomfortable enough to lodge a police report then you should check your privilege. #IStandWithRaeesah https://t.co/czRQ0ZFDnv
— yh (@voleurdesoIeil) July 5, 2020
How are we supposed to progress as a multi-racial nation if the minorities get punished for voicing out the injustice and racial privileges that exist in system? Raeesah was simply stating the truth but fragile people can’t handle it #IStandWithRaeesah
— . (@stanlegends) July 5, 2020
Others pointed out that some MPs and ministers from the PAP have reportedly made insensitive comments in the past and not had police reports lodged against them.
Digging posts from 2 years back to drag a popular candidate under the mud?
That's a low blow.
Should we then report the incumbent to the police for saying that "Singaporeans are not ready for a non-Chinese Prime Minister"?#IStandWithRaeesah #GE2020 #SGElection https://t.co/K90PVL9q5a
— Ong Chin Hwee 🐼 (@ongchinhwee) July 5, 2020
God forbid if any brown person in this country dare to talk about systemic and structural injustice of any sort while a minister can tell us that “we are not ready for a non Chinese PM”. Who is “we”? It’s not us browns, that’s for sure. #istandwithraeesah https://t.co/KOZGBlMdk9
— Mr. H (@asonofapeach) July 5, 2020
Since we're into digging up old quotes that allegedly "promotes enmity between different groups on grounds of religion or race", can someone file a police report for this? #GE2020 #sgelections #IStandWithRaeesah https://t.co/EeVLxmIWcQ
— K. (@kiadaolaosai) July 5, 2020
#catsforraeesahkhan Trending
And now it’s finally time for the cats.
In addition to praising Khan for speaking openly about racial issues, Twitter users started posting pictures of their cats with the hashtag #catsforraeesahkhan in a show of solidarity with the WP candidate.
My cat looking up to Raeesah Khan with complete admiration, adoration and respect 💖💖#catsforraeesahkhan #IStandWithRaeesah pic.twitter.com/1x72cIEnpD
— votewiselypls (@k0reanbigminion) July 6, 2020
❤ feel better pic.twitter.com/2ocaM5SQ7k
— Lra (@MissFortuneCat) July 6, 2020
Because my cats are Hang Jebat (the ginger) and Hang Tuah (the tabby) and they’re WOKE AF Cats of Colour #catsforraeesahkhan pic.twitter.com/N2K82g7T4b
— Fiza Zali (@fizawanders) July 6, 2020
no pet cat but here's an adorable baby from a while back. she's rooting for you !! #catsforraeesahkhan pic.twitter.com/SLYH3OVoCk
— yeet (@blessmybbt) July 6, 2020
Why cats, you ask?
Well, Khan has posted pictures of selfies with her cat as well as stray cats on her Twitter account, so it’s safe to assume that she’s a feline lover.
Got to cuddle Korra today so all is good again! Don’t forget to cuddle your pets pic.twitter.com/rVCnEm3lE8
— Raeesah Khan (@RaeesahKhanwpsg) July 4, 2020
Met a friendly resident today! #GE2020 pic.twitter.com/pyTBl9EgEz
— Raeesah Khan (@RaeesahKhanwpsg) July 2, 2020
Will the Khan incident hurt WP’s chances at the polls or bring more voters onboard? Only time will tell.
In the meantime, let’s just look at cats and forget about all our troubles.
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