Lee Family Dispute
It's either a non-issue or the biggest crisis in Singapore
It's either a non-issue or the biggest crisis in Singapore
There are 2 parallel stories here:
(1) This is purely a private family dispute about LKY's will. It is counter-productive and mischievous to blow up the matter into a national crisis. So, citizens should try not to be too nosy or dig too deeply into the details of the quarrel. We should have the courtesy to leave the family to privately resolve their differences. That is the smart thing to do.
(2) No, like it or not, this is already a national issue. The crux of the matter is this: is the PM guilty of abuse of power, nepotism, conflict of interest and dishonesty? The dispute over the will serves only to provide the background and evidence for such accusations. This question ought to be answered because it concerns the reputation of PM Lee and the reputation of Singapore. That is the right thing to do.
Which side of the story do you prefer? Which side of the story concerns you?
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