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#809 Is patriotism still alive in Singapore?
24 minutes Posted Aug 7, 2025 at 10:00 pm.
As Singapore turns 60, national pride seems to be fading. It looks like fewer households are flying the flag, and many younger Singaporeans seem to feel little connection to the idea of patriotism. Is it just apathy or is something deeper at play? With rising costs of living, a tough job market, and growing uncertainty about the future, this generation is grappling with issues that may be reshaping what pride in one’s country even means.
Are Singaporeans less patriotic these days?
The challenges facing today’s generation
Social cohesion weakening?
Happy birthday Singapore!
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As Singapore turns 60, national pride seems to be fading. It looks like fewer households are flying the flag, and many younger Singaporeans seem to feel little connection to the idea of patriotism. Is it just apathy or is something deeper at play? With rising costs of living, a tough job market, and growing uncertainty about the future, this generation is grappling with issues that may be reshaping what pride in one’s country even means.(01:35) Are Singaporeans less patriotic these days?(07:50) The challenges facing today’s generation(14:10) Social cohesion weakening?(18:41) Happy birthday Singapore!(19:20) Hanging the flagFull video now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ecTkVxCDqs0