Singapore PM invokes Nehru in Parliament debate

SINGAPORE: Singapore Prime Minister

Lee Hsien Loong

invoked Jawaharlal Nehru while arguing how democracy should work in the city-state during a passionate debate in Parliament on Tuesday.


“Things start off with passionate intensity. The leaders who fought for and won independence are often exceptional individuals of great courage, immense culture, and outstanding ability... They are the

David Ben-Gurions

, the

Jawaharlal Nehrus

...” he said. But beyond that initial fervour, succeeding generations often find it hard to sustain this momentum and drive, said Lee, adding, the texture of politics changes and respect for politicians declines.

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