Václav Klaus, the former President of the Czech Republic, is known for his strong stance against global warming doctrine, aggressive environmentalism, and the push for a European superstate. His new book, „The Never-Ending Struggle for Free Society,“ published by the Václav Klaus Institute (VKI), delves into these topics and more, providing a collection of speeches, essays, and articles that reflect his views and ideas.
The book is divided into five chapters, each focusing on different themes that have been central to Klaus’s political career and post-Presidential life. Chapter I, titled „Quest for Liberty and Democracy,“ explores his beliefs in the importance of individual freedom and democratic principles. Klaus has been a vocal critic of global governance that undermines traditional democratic processes, and this chapter delves into his thoughts on these issues.
Chapter II, „EU without Illusions,“ delves into Klaus’s skepticism towards the European Union and his belief that European elites are pushing for a post-democratic superstate. He urges Europeans to wake up to the realities of the EU and its potential negative impact on freedom and prosperity in the region.
Transition in Retrospect is the focus of Chapter III, where Klaus reflects on the unique experience of the Czech Republic’s transition from communism to democracy. He emphasizes the importance of remembering this period in history and learning from it.
Global warming doctrine is a topic that Klaus has been particularly vocal about, and Chapter IV delves into his critiques of the environmental movement and its impact on policy decisions. Klaus argues that the consequences of following the tenets of this doctrine are beginning to be felt more acutely in society.
Finally, Chapter V, „Reflections on the Current World,“ covers a range of current topics and issues, including the Ukraine crisis, which Klaus believes has the potential to change the world and our lives.
In the introduction to the book, Klaus explains that the collection of essays, articles, and speeches represents a special period in his life, bridging his time as President and his post-political life. He emphasizes that his views have remained consistent and that he has not wavered in his beliefs.
Overall, „The Never-Ending Struggle for Free Society“ offers readers a comprehensive look at Václav Klaus’s thoughts on key political and social issues. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in understanding his perspective on topics ranging from democracy and liberty to global governance and environmentalism.