Based on the memories on pages 149-155, do the “dangers” of living in a society with choice outweigh the benefits?

After having experienced memories such as neglect and hunger, Jonas begins to understand why the community would want to have these memories shut away, but The Giver counters with a number of examples in which the wisdom gained from these memories is shown to be critically important to the well-being of the community. However, the Elders rarely ask The Giver for advice, indicating that the static nature of the current society has replaced the values of wisdom and good judgment with those of obedience and maintaining the status quo.