Written by: Asif Farooqui Why do we lack the empathy and respect that hold societies together? Why do we take pride in bending the rules, ignoring queues, and exploiting situations for personal gain? These questions weigh heavily on me as I think about the society we often compare to others. We admire nations like Japan and Scandinavian countries for their discipline and social values. Yet, we fail to emulate those principles in our own lives. The irony is that our collective disregard for laws and social values mirrors the same failings we criticize in our leaders. Politicians may misuse power, and public servants may lack accountability, but as a society, we, too, play a role in perpetuating this dysfunction.