If I were in authority in Singapore indefinitely without having to ask those who are governed whether they like what is being done, then I have not t… - Lee Kuan Yew

There is a conspiracy to do us in. Why?... They see us as a threat to the rest of Singapore.

What role would men and governments in new countries like the mass media to play?... The mass media can help to present Singapore's problems simply and clearly and then explain how if they support certain programmes and policies these problems can be solved. More important, we want the mass media to reinforce, not to undermine, the cultural values and social attitudes being inculcated in our schools and universities.

I have never been over concerned or obsessed with opinion polls or popularity polls. I think a leader who is, is a weak leader. Between being loved and being feared, I have always believed Machiavelli was right. If nobody is afraid of me, I’m meaningless.