“On 16 September 1985, when the Commerce Department announced that the United States had become a debtor nation, the American Empire died.”
Quote by Gore Vidal
Work
The Decline and Fall of the American Empire
This book explores the multifaceted causes behind the perceived waning power of the American Empire, examining economic, social, and geopolitical shifts that have shaped its trajectory. more
Author
Gore Vidal
American writer, playwright, screenwriter, and critic. Known for his sharp political satire and profound historical insight, Vidal's work spans a variety of genres including novels, plays, screenplays, and criticism. more
You May Also Like
Source: Conversations with Gore Vidal
Source: Sex, Death, and Money
Source: At home: essays, 1982-1988
“I'm all for bringing back the birch, but only between consenting adults.”
“The more money an American accumulates, the less interesting he becomes.”
“The behaviour of President Bush on 11 September certainly gives rise to not unnatural suspicions.”
“What other culture could have produced someone like Hemmingway and not seen the joke?”