Communism Quote by Tom Wolfe
“Vietnam was really an idealistic thing to stop the spread of communism, which, incidentally, it did. It was a pretty costly way to do it, but it achieved its goal.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Right Stuff by Tom Wolfe, 1979
The statement acknowledges that Vietnam aimed to contain communism, succeeded, but came at high cost, highlighting moral trade‑offs.
In simple terms: Vietnam stopped communism but was expensive.
Key Takeaway
Weigh outcomes against costs.
Themes
history
war
ideology
cost
success
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- military strategy
- public opinion
Key Concepts
political science
ethics
international relations
Questions to Reflect On
- Was the price worth the result?
- What alternatives could have achieved the same goal?
A Different Perspective
May ignore human suffering and long‑term consequences.
