End Quote by Lee Hsien Loong
“You have to have a sense of what it looks like, not from the point of view of the policymaker but from the point of view of those who are at the receiving end of your policies.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Policy Address, Singapore, 2015
Understanding policy impact requires seeing it through the eyes of those affected, not just the makers.
In simple terms: See policies from the people’s perspective.
Key Takeaway
Empathize with citizens when crafting policy.
Themes
empathy
policy
governance
social impact
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
advisory
thought‑provoking
When to use this quote
- healthcare reform
- urban planning
- education policy
- social welfare programs
Key Concepts
public administration
human-centered design
Questions to Reflect On
- How would your policy change if you lived its consequences?
- What voices are missing from your decision process?
A Different Perspective
May overlook technical constraints or budget limits.
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