America today Quote by Luis Taruc
““I remain basically a socialist. It is more relevant today because capitalism has reached its apex. It will begin to slide down or will dissolve or save itself through a Third World War to control the whole world through oil and the subservience of small countries like us and I don't like that. I am happy that Cardinal Sin stated very clearly that we must be for peace. We are for America but the good America, not the America today. The good America of Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and FDR is the America I love and admire. But the America today wants to control the economy of the world. The war in Iraq. . . is a war for oil, no matter how many millions will die so long as they can control Iraq which is the second largest oil-producing country in the world, second only to Saudi Arabia and its neighbors.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political interview, early 2000s (date approximate)
The speaker critiques modern capitalism’s excesses, linking them to geopolitical conflicts over oil, and calls for a return to foundational American ideals of peace and principled governance.
In simple terms: Capitalism’s greed fuels wars; we need a moral America.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for equitable policies and peace.
Themes
politics
economics
war
peace
idealism
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
political
critical
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- activist meetings
- public forums
Key Concepts
capitalism critique
oil geopolitics
historical idealism
Questions to Reflect On
- What concrete steps can reduce oil‑driven conflicts?
- How can citizens promote the “good America” today?
A Different Perspective
Complex issues may oversimplify causes and solutions.
