Be proud Quote by Lee Kuan Yew
“My colleagues and I are of that generation of young men who went through the Second World War and the Japanese Occupation and emerged determined that no one–neither Japanese nor British–had the right to push and kick us around. We determined that we could govern ourselves and bring up our children in a country where we can be proud to be self-respecting people.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Independence Day address, Singapore, 1965
Post‑war generation resolved to self‑governance, rejecting colonial domination, to build a proud, self‑respecting nation.
In simple terms: A generation chose self‑rule over foreign control.
Key Takeaway
Pursue self‑determination and national pride.
Themes
independence
self‑determination
national identity
colonialism
Mood
proud
hopeful
Type
political
motivational
When to use this quote
- government formation
- education reform
- community rebuilding
Key Concepts
political sovereignty
post‑colonial nation‑building
collective resolve
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies maintain unity after gaining independence?
- What policies best foster self‑respecting citizenship?
A Different Perspective
Challenges of unity and resources can hinder nation‑building.
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