Producer: Encyclopaedia Britannica Films - 1946
Measures how a society ranks on a spectrum stretching from democracy to despotism. Explains how societies and nations can be measured by the degree that power is concentrated and respect for the individual is restricted. Where does your community, state and nation stand on these scales?
Social and political issues related to Singapore and the South East Asia region. A blog which attempts to do so in a non-trivial manner treating opposing views with the respect they deserve. Contributions are welcomed from all regardless of your political persuasion.
13 Oct 2006
Despotism & Democracy
The following video was first spotted on Singapore Election. It features a Yale University Phd explaining the indicators of despotism which is founded on a series of continuum.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWmLAui6OOw
ReplyDeleteA quick refresher on Singapore's history :)