Reminiscent of the solidarity demonstrated by angry American colonists when they dumped gallons of highly taxed British tea into Boston Harbor, history has repeated itself in the southeastern Asian city-state of Singapore where food (a spice) has become a catalyst for a massive political campaign.

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Earlier this month, tens of thousands of people in Singapore vowed to either cook or eat curry as a means of drawing attention to their growing discontent over the increasing problem of immigration.

The famous spice became a symbol of displeasure after an immigrant family from China complained about the smell of curry emanating from the home of an Indian neighbor and officials called to the scene sought a compromise.

Social media and press coverage drew massive support from almost 60,000 people who have vowed to show their sympathy with the Indian family by cooking curry.

“Because…Singapore is such a cramped place, neighbors should understand each others’ culture,” said Stanley Wong, a 37-year old accountant.

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