Report on Human Rights

Elizabeth Lu’s description of life in Singapore reminded me of my visit during their very beautiful annual (early August) nationalistic celebration of Singapore’s independence from Great Britain. I should have known this country/city would be quite exceptional. Prior to arriving at Singapore’s world-class airport, each passenger was issued a landing card to complete. It included a red-stamped warning on the landing card: “The possession of illegal drugs is punishable by death.”

I imagine along with the Singaporean affinity for cleanliness and the existence of a population of multicultural residents who seem to live together harmoniously, they have also discovered the only expedient method to truly curtail drug abuse. I, for one, was impressed.

CECILE MAURICE

Seal Beach