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“We decide what is right. Never mind what the people think.” quote by Lee Kuan Yew
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“We decide what is right. Never mind what the people think.”

Lee Kuan Yew

About This Quote

Source Speech: National Day Rally, Singapore, 1990

Moral decisions should be based on principle, not popular opinion.

In simple terms: Do what’s right, not what’s popular.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize ethical standards.

Themes

ethics leadership principles

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • organizational decisions
  • personal dilemmas

Key Concepts

moral philosophy governance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What principles guide your decisions?
  • When have you resisted popular opinion for right?
A Different Perspective

Public pressure can be a strong counterforce.

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