“To straddle the middle ground and win elections, we have to be in charge of the political agenda. This can only be done by not being beaten in the argument with our critics. They complain that I come down too hard on their arguments. But wrong ideas have to be challenged before they influence public opinion and make for problems. Those who try to be clever at the expense of the government should not complain if my replies are as sharp as their criticisms.”
Quote by Lee Kuan Yew
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Lee Kuan Yew
Lee Kuan Yew was the founding father of Singapore, a politician, lawyer, and statesman. Born on September 16, 1923, in Singapore, he played a crucial role in transforming the city-state from a small fishing village into a global financial hub and trading center. He served as the first Prime Minister of Singapore after its independence in 1965 and continued in the role until his retirement in 1990. Lee Kuan Yew passed away on March 23, 2015. more
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