Alva Myrdal

“I have always regarded global development as a struggle between the forces of good and evil. Not to be simplified as a struggle between Jesus and Satan, since I do not consider that the process is restricted to our own sphere of culture.”

“I agree with the many who consider freezing all sorts of weapons systems a first step in a realistic disarmament policy.”

“If only the authorities could be made to realize that the forces leading them on in the armament race are just insane.”

“Many countries persecute their own citizens and intern them in prisons or concentration camps. Oppression is becoming more and more a part of the systems.”

“I personally believe that those who are leaders with political power over the world will be forced some day, sooner or later, to give way to common sense and the will of the people.”