Lee Hsien Yang reflects on his father, Lee Kuan Yew's legacy, acknowledging the success and stability brought to Singapore under his leadership, which was characterized as a 'benevolent autocracy.' However, he expresses concern about the current state of Singapore under the enduring rule of the People's Action Party, which he believes has become overly authoritarian and less beneficial to the general populace. He highlights personal experiences, including a family dispute over his father's wishes for their family home, that have led him to question the sustainability of the current political system. Lee also points to economic disparities and a lack of genuine democracy as key issues facing Singapore today, arguing that the wealth is no longer fairly distributed and that the political system suppresses opposition. Despite the challenges, he calls for open and accountable governance, suggesting that a shift towards a multiparty democracy could make Singapore more resilient in a rapidly changing world.

Lee Hsien Yang describes his father, Lee Kuan Yew, as the founder of Singapore, who established a 'benevolent autocracy' that provided stability, prosperity, and efficiency, but he is now critical of the current state of governance under the People's Action Party.

He argues that the current government has become more authoritarian, enacting oppressive laws and failing to fulfill its obligations to the people, thus tarnishing Singapore's reputation for clean and efficient governance.

Lee shares a personal family dispute regarding the demolition of his father's house, which has led to legal retribution against him, resulting in his seeking asylum in Britain due to fears of arrest in Singapore.

Concerns are raised about Singapore's growing economic inequalities, with wealth being concentrated among the superrich and the ruling elite, while ordinary citizens struggle with high living costs and insufficient affordable housing.

The government is criticized for using legal and political tools to stifle opposition and dissent, with recent elections being neither free nor fair, reflecting a broader need for democratic reforms and genuine multiparty participation.

Despite the People's Action Party's strong hold on power, there is a growing desire among Singaporeans for political change, as evidenced by the opposition's gains in recent elections.

Lee concludes by emphasizing the need for open, accountable governance, suggesting that democracy would better equip Singapore to handle global challenges, echoing his father's prediction that the party's dominance would eventually end.