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You only need draconian laws like that to enforce the things you mentioned if the local population is naturally so uncivilized that they need to be intimated an

You only need draconian laws like that to enforce the things you mentioned if the local population is naturally so uncivilized that they need to be intimated and/or treated like cattle in order to behave. I'm not saying that's what the Singaporeans are like, but it sure seems like their government thinks that's the case. Seriously, if you need some crazy draconian law to make sure people aren't littering everywhere, then something is very wrong with your people's culture and level of civilization. In Japan there aren't any laws like that, yet it's safe to say that it is the most civilized country on the planet. It's extremely safe, criminal violence is virtually unheard of, levels of cleanliness are superb and the people are generally very polite and pleasant in everyday situations. It's a living proof that you don't need to intimidate people if their morals and sense of responsibility are in check and they know not to do "bad things" because they're wrong and harmful to the society, and not because they will get caned otherwise.

buster 14y ago
I think it funny that you mention Japan, because only last week i was very surprised how hard you're fined for drinking and driving in Japan, even the passengers of a car where the driver drank alhohol. :) Do not drive after drinking alcohol. Driving under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited and will result in a fine, imprisonment or penalty. When a driver is arrested for DUI, the driver and the person offering the car will be fined a maximum of 1,000,000 Yen, and all other passengers in the vehicle knowingly allowed the driver to drive will be fined a maximum of 500,000 Yen. And what do you mean with "In Japan there aren't any laws like that"? Are you kidding me? Japan has very strong laws against drugs! So in the end you support my statement.. strong laws = lower crime rate (how surprising). What would it have to do with people. People are not a unique mass, there are drug dealers, psychopaths and what not in every society. http://www.tofugu.com/2011/12/02/drug-laws-in-japan-youd-better-have-a-prescription/ http://www.tofugu.com/2011/12/02/drug-laws-in-japan-youd-bet... http://factsanddetails.com/japan.php?itemid=664 http://factsanddetails.com/japan.php?itemid=664 http://expatsguide.jp/ch6 http://expatsguide.jp/ch6
Muromec 14y ago
>Seriously, if you need some crazy draconian law to make sure people aren't littering everywhere, then something is very wrong with your people's culture and level of civilization. And how you change people culture and "level of civilization", by magic? >In Japan there aren't any laws like that, yet it's safe to say that it is the most civilized country on the planet Beter to compare to Malaysia (which is way closer to Singapore). Just cross the border and you see the difference.

buster 14y ago

I think it funny that you mention Japan, because only last week i was very surprised how hard you're fined for drinking and driving in Japan, even the passengers of a car where the driver drank alhohol. :) Do not drive after drinking alcohol. Driving under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited and will result in a fine, imprisonment or penalty. When a driver is arrested for DUI, the driver and the person offering the car will be fined a maximum of 1,000,000 Yen, and all other passengers in the vehicle knowingly allowed the driver to drive will be fined a maximum of 500,000 Yen. And what do you mean with "In Japan there aren't any laws like that"? Are you kidding me? Japan has very strong laws against drugs! So in the end you support my statement.. strong laws = lower crime rate (how surprising). What would it have to do with people. People are not a unique mass, there are drug dealers, psychopaths and what not in every society. http://www.tofugu.com/2011/12/02/drug-laws-in-japan-youd-better-have-a-prescription/ http://www.tofugu.com/2011/12/02/drug-laws-in-japan-youd-bet... http://factsanddetails.com/japan.php?itemid=664 http://factsanddetails.com/japan.php?itemid=664 http://expatsguide.jp/ch6 http://expatsguide.jp/ch6

Muromec 14y ago

>Seriously, if you need some crazy draconian law to make sure people aren't littering everywhere, then something is very wrong with your people's culture and level of civilization. And how you change people culture and "level of civilization", by magic? >In Japan there aren't any laws like that, yet it's safe to say that it is the most civilized country on the planet Beter to compare to Malaysia (which is way closer to Singapore). Just cross the border and you see the difference.