Quote by Oscar Wilde

If the Socialism is Authoritarian; if there are Governments armed with economic power as they are now with political power; if, in a word, we are to have Industrial Tyrannies, then the last state of man will be worse than the first.


If the Socialism is Authoritarian; if there are Governments

Summary

This quote highlights the potential dangers of socialism when it becomes authoritarian in nature. It suggests that if governments possess both economic and political power, leading to industrial tyrannies, the resulting state would be even worse than the initial conditions. The quote raises concerns about the consolidation of power and the potential for abuse and oppression within a socialist system if it veers towards authoritarianism, pointing out that it may not lead to the desired outcomes and improvements for society.

By Oscar Wilde
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