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LETTERS, Page 4And Now, Prague
In one East European country after another, including
Czechoslovakia, totalitarian governments are being broken apart
(EAST-WEST, Dec. 4). But it is important that we in the West not
view these events as a triumph of capitalism or a victory in the
cold war. A cold war is not won but is outgrown or dissolved. Both
East and West must rethink their values and recognize a common
responsibility for the future.
Lars Vibe-Hansen
Snedsted, Denmark
As World War I began to consume Europe, a prominent statesman
said, "The lamps are going out all over Europe." Isn't it
heartwarming to see that some lights are coming on again?
Dorothy Merkel Alexander
Denver
We may pine for Soviet power to reassert itself over a
dangerously destabilized area. The future may prove that one iron
fist is preferable to dozens of itchy fingers.
Wayne Kelly
Courtenay, B.C.
I am filled with optimism about the events in Eastern Europe.
Nonetheless, the path to freedom and democracy is a strenuous one,
and reforms won't come overnight. Is it wise at this early stage
to contemplate a reunification of the two Germanys before seeing
the outcome of changes in Eastern Europe? I hope the politicians
are fully aware of what they are doing; otherwise, progress may be
impeded.
Christian Dam
Skjern, Denmark
I am reminded of the vision President Dwight D. Eisenhower
showed about the ultimate power of the people. He said, "I think
that people want peace so much that one of these days governments
had better get out of their way and let them have it."
David Allen Kube
Richmond