Declassified UFO / UAP Document
Abalkin 15 Nov News Conference
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This document is a transcript of a November 15, 1989, news conference featuring Abalkin discussing Soviet economic and political reform. It highlights the speaker's emphasis on internal self-reliance and the necessity of constructive dialogue with political opposition.
This document is a transcript of a news conference held by Abalkin on November 15, 1989. The text captures a series of questions from correspondents and Abalkin's responses regarding the political and economic climate of the Soviet Union. Abalkin addresses the public's desire for an 'instant miracle' to solve the nation's problems, arguing instead for the necessity of truth, responsibility, and internal reform. He notes that 1990 should be a year of positive change. When asked about potential assistance from the United States, Abalkin references the experiences of Poland and Hungary, asserting that the Soviet people must resolve their own economic crises. He further discusses the political landscape, emphasizing the need to engage in dialogue with the opposition rather than attempting to break them. He advocates for a pragmatic approach that incorporates useful ideas from both radicals and conservatives to create a more realistic program of action. The discussion concludes with reflections on the transition toward a market-based economy and the importance of considering diverse viewpoints to avoid destructive outcomes.
We have a great deal of historical experience on how to break the opposition. [Laughter in hall] Therefore, the main task is how to learn to hold a dialogue with the opposition.
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Official Assessment
The document is a transcript of a news conference held by Abalkin on November 15, 1989. Abalkin discusses the need for internal reform in the Soviet Union, the importance of truth in public discourse, and the necessity of managing political opposition through dialogue and pragmatic policy-making. He emphasizes that the Soviet people must solve their own economic crises rather than relying on external miracles.