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What do you define as "actual" freedom? In Singapore I don't have to worry about getting shot, or anti-Asian physical attacks, and the excellent, clean, safe pu

by dheera 6y ago

What do you define as "actual" freedom? In Singapore I don't have to worry about getting shot, or anti-Asian physical attacks, and the excellent, clean, safe public transit system means I can get around just fine even when I am not medically fit to drive, and don't have to worry about insane healthcare expenses. Freedom is relative.

phreack 6y ago
The ability to criticize the ruling party without the government locking you up or giving you exorbitant fines in response is a must for me.
- dheera 6y ago
  As I said it's relative. For me I prioritize my own physical safety and ability to freely travel before freedom to criticize the government.
  - andrepd 6y ago
    And these are mutually exclusive why? Most developed countries e.g. Europe, Japan, Aus/NZ, are very safe and I don't get thrown in jail for dissent or caned for chewing gum or executed for smoking a joint.
    - dheera 6y ago
      I didn't say they are mutually exclusive.