![]() ![]() Life expectancy in Singapore is 83 it's 79 in the U.S., 69 in the Philippines and 58 in Zimbabwe. Americans' chances of violent death are 12 times those of citizens of Singapore. For every thousand babies born in Singapore, two die within their first year of life, compared with six in the U.S., 24 in the Philippines and 55 in Zimbabwe. For a prospective citizen choosing between Singapore, a regional competitor (e.g., the Philippines), another former British colony (e.g., Zimbabwe) or even the U.S., what measures of performance might she consider? Metrics for life stretch from infant mortality through likelihood of being murdered, raped or assaulted, to life expectancy. To make the analogy even more provocative, think of countries as potential destinations for immigrants or even for newborn babies instructing the stork on their preferred destinations. Rarely do guests offer views about the ownership of the hotel or how it is governed. When considering where to stay, many consumers consult TripAdvisor, which ranks hotels according to guest feedback on various criteria, including location, sleep quality, cleanliness and safety. ![]() For a provocative analogy, think of countries as if they were hotels and citizens as guests. ![]()
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