Bags Quote by Lee Kuan Yew
“If you are a troublemaker…it’s our job to politically destroy you. Put it this way. As long as JB Jeyaretnam stands for what he stands for – a thoroughly destructive force – we will knock him. Everybody knows that in my bag I have a hatchet, and a very sharp one. You take me on, I take my hatchet, we meet in the cul-de-sac.”
About This Quote
A forceful statement about confronting political adversaries with decisive, aggressive tactics.
In simple terms: Confront opponents forcefully.
Key Takeaway
Use decisive action against political threats.
Themes
politics
conflict
strategy
Mood
tense
critical
Type
political
controversial
When to use this quote
- campaigns
- legislative battles
- activism
- negotiations
Key Concepts
power dynamics
political aggression
Questions to Reflect On
- Is violence ever justified in politics?
- What are the long‑term effects of such confrontations?
A Different Perspective
Aggressive tactics can damage democratic norms and relationships.
