Achieve Quote by Frederik Willem de Klerk
“What I supported when I was a young man, was that the solution to bring justice to all in South Africa, was to build a little Europe there. Was to create so many nation states as there are actual nations, each with their own cultures, each with their own languages, that is what separate development tried and wanted to achieve.”
About This Quote
The speaker advocated creating many small, culturally distinct nations in South Africa, akin to a “little Europe,” as a path to justice and development.
In simple terms: Proposed many small, culturally specific states for justice.
Key Takeaway
Consider decentralization for equitable development.
Themes
politics
justice
nation‑building
culture
Mood
hopeful
strategic
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy design
- regional governance
- post‑colonial studies
Key Concepts
political theory
development studies
Questions to Reflect On
- What are benefits of small nation‑states?
- How to balance cultural autonomy with national cohesion?
A Different Perspective
Fragmentation can hinder unity and economic strength.
