I came across this old MND speech defending HDB’s anti-singles pro-family policies. I thought the following two excerpts juxtapose nicely:
(1)

Sir, let me remind members that public housing is subsidized housing. The subsidies are justified because it promotes social objectives which are in the public interest. Racial harmony, social cohesion, family values. That is why public housing comes with many rules and regulations. We try to keep such rules to the minimum. Even then, I must admit that they can be quite bewildering. However, I wish to assure the House that they are necessary. Coming back to housing for singles, let me state upfront that our public housing policy is pro-family in orientation, to support the Government’s social objective of promoting family formation and bonding.

(2)

Mr Ang Mong Seng had suggested that we build HDB blocks purely for singles to encourage greater social interaction. Sir, many members in this House have asked for a review of HDB’s role. Even while the review is going on, I can categorically say that HDB will not take on a role which others like SDU and SDS are better placed to play.

Yeah, yeah, I should find more difficult fish to shoot.