I ignore polling as a method of government. I think that shows a certa…

Lee Kuan Yew
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I ignore polling as a method of government. I think that shows a certain weakness of mind - an inability to chart a course whichever way the wind blows, whichever way the media encourages the people to go, you follow. If you can't force or are unwilling to force your people to follow you, with or without threats, you are not a leader. ✨ Success Stories Lee Kuan Yew. DVD, documentary, 2002.
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