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Same policy in Singapore. All government houses is distributed as such that people from all backgrounds (religions) get intermingled.

• seanwilson 10y ago
  Any views on how well it worked and if it was a good idea?
  • negamax 10y ago
    It was a great idea. Singapore is harmonious and everyone understands each other better, to a major part because of this. People who grow up in singular neighbourhoods simply don't realise what they are missing in understanding each other. Attending each other's weddings, funerals; talking about political issues forms a strong bond above religious lines
• neaden 10y ago
  Does this try to prevent immigrant neighborhoods from forming as well? In the US at least my perception is that immigrant neighborhoods that mainly have first and second generation residents are viewed much more favorably even though they are a form of segregation. The upshot is they allow people to find others that speak their language and stores that sell their food.
  • negamax 10y ago
    My understanding is that this policy is enforced on government housing. Which is really well done and highly subsidised. Many immigrants rent such units, and that does help them understanding the country better