: Lee argues that being monolingual in English would lead to a loss of self-confidence and heritage. Mother tongues (Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil) were mandated to ensure citizens remained rooted in their Asian values.
The book reveals Lee’s own grueling journey to reclaim his Chinese heritage, documenting his "steely determination" to master Mandarin well into his 80s. The Cost of Change: : Lee argues that being monolingual in English
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