Quote by Vaclav Klaus

To pursue a so-called Third Way is foolish. We had our experience with this in the 1960s when we looked for a socialism with a human face. It did not work, and we must be explicit that we are not aiming for a more efficient version of a system that has failed.

To pursue a so-called Third Way is foolish. We had our exper

Summary

This quote expresses the viewpoint that pursuing a "Third Way" is unwise. It references the failed attempt in the 1960s to find a form of socialism that was more humane. The speaker argues that simply aiming for a more efficient version of a failed system is not a solution. In essence, the quote cautions against attempting to recreate or improve upon ideas that have already proven to be unsuccessful.

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By Vaclav Klaus

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