NE Messages... SS starts

[taken from NE website ]

NATIONAL EDUCATION MESSAGES

1. Singapore is our homeland; this is where we belong.
   We treasure our heritage and take pride in shaping our own unique way of life.
   
   
2. We must preserve racial and religious harmony.
   We value our diversity and are determined to stay a united people.
   
   
3. We must uphold meritocracy and incorruptibility.
   We provide opportunities for all, according to their ability and effort.
   
   
4. No one owes Singapore a living.
   We find our own way to survive and prosper, turning challenge into opportunity.
   
   
5. We must ourselves defend Singapore.
   We are proud to defend Singapore ourselves, no one else is responsible for our security and well-being.
   
6. We have confidence in our future.
   United, determined and well-prepared, we have what it takes to build a bright future for ourselves, and to progress together as one nation.