America Quote by Lee Kuan Yew
“The ideas of individual supremacy and the right of free expression, when carried to excess, have not worked. They have made it difficult to keep America society cohesive. Asia can see it is not working.. In America itself, there is widespread crime and violence, old people feel forgotten, families are falling apart. And the media attacks the integrity and character of your leaders with impunity, drags down all those in authority and blames everyone but itself.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Social Cohesion, Singapore, 1990
Excessive individualism and unrestricted speech can erode social unity, leading to crime, neglect of elders, and media attacks on leaders.
In simple terms: Too much personal freedom harms community cohesion.
Key Takeaway
Balance liberty with responsibility.
Themes
society
media
leadership
crime
cohesion
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
political
social
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community building
- media regulation
- elder care
- family support
Key Concepts
individualism
free expression
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies protect free speech while maintaining cohesion?
- What policies can reduce media bias without censorship?
A Different Perspective
Excessive freedom can also stifle necessary dissent and innovation.
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