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Wooden forgot to mention that in his old fart generation, the Brits did not let in 2 million FTs to compete with his generation for scarce jobs, housing, and transportation. Now that his party has done that, he says the jury is out on whether the sinkie youth generation can build on and improve the past. How they going to do that when the cost of living and housing is so expensive, and when FTs are taking their uni spots on scholarships, and when millions are let in to undercut their salaries? What a fucking retard.
SINGAPORE: Harmony among races, a cohesive society and a good infrastructure - Singapore today is a testament to the good work done by the older generation. However, it will be the young who charts the nation's future. Can they build on the achievements of the past generations?
Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong, who was speaking at the launch of the International Day of Older Persons, said that it is not yet certain.
"The young when they become older, can they build on what we have done? The answer is not so simple," said Mr Goh. "Because you know the Chinese proverb - 'wealth doesn't last beyond three generations'. This applies to a country too. So for our young generation, I think the jury is still out. Can they build on what we have achieved and make Singapore stronger and better? I am not saying that they can't do it. What I am saying is that the jury is out for them."
However, Mr Goh is confident that the young can contribute to and strengthen Singapore's society. He noted that youths are "very active" in this area.
Another concern on the elder statesman's mind is raising the next generation. "Going by the large number of people not married... Many of the young have not paid much attention to (raising the next generation). The family needs to raise the next generation within the family, before the whole society can raise another generation. Of course, it goes beyond just raising children but also building the values, the thinking, the thoughts of a generation."
Jillisa Kok, an 18-year-old student, said she was optimistic about Singapore's future. "Singapore still has very good prospects because we have a very bright young generation. They just have to be guided a bit more and be inculcated with morally-sound values. That would help set Singapore on the track for progress," she said.
The International Day of Older Persons is designated by the United Nations to recognise the contributions of seniors and raise awareness of the issues they face.
As part of the celebrations, some 10,000 post cards will be distributed to the public. Organisers hope the cards will help to promote communication between the old and the young. Receivers of the cards will be able to express their appreciation to senior and younger members in their families.
The celebrations are organised by the National Council of Social Service, WeCare@MarineParade, and Montfort Care's senior outreach arms GoodLife! and Young-At-Heart.
SINGAPORE: Harmony among races, a cohesive society and a good infrastructure - Singapore today is a testament to the good work done by the older generation. However, it will be the young who charts the nation's future. Can they build on the achievements of the past generations?
Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong, who was speaking at the launch of the International Day of Older Persons, said that it is not yet certain.
"The young when they become older, can they build on what we have done? The answer is not so simple," said Mr Goh. "Because you know the Chinese proverb - 'wealth doesn't last beyond three generations'. This applies to a country too. So for our young generation, I think the jury is still out. Can they build on what we have achieved and make Singapore stronger and better? I am not saying that they can't do it. What I am saying is that the jury is out for them."
However, Mr Goh is confident that the young can contribute to and strengthen Singapore's society. He noted that youths are "very active" in this area.
Another concern on the elder statesman's mind is raising the next generation. "Going by the large number of people not married... Many of the young have not paid much attention to (raising the next generation). The family needs to raise the next generation within the family, before the whole society can raise another generation. Of course, it goes beyond just raising children but also building the values, the thinking, the thoughts of a generation."
Jillisa Kok, an 18-year-old student, said she was optimistic about Singapore's future. "Singapore still has very good prospects because we have a very bright young generation. They just have to be guided a bit more and be inculcated with morally-sound values. That would help set Singapore on the track for progress," she said.
The International Day of Older Persons is designated by the United Nations to recognise the contributions of seniors and raise awareness of the issues they face.
As part of the celebrations, some 10,000 post cards will be distributed to the public. Organisers hope the cards will help to promote communication between the old and the young. Receivers of the cards will be able to express their appreciation to senior and younger members in their families.
The celebrations are organised by the National Council of Social Service, WeCare@MarineParade, and Montfort Care's senior outreach arms GoodLife! and Young-At-Heart.
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