George Soros Quotes

born 1930 Hungary

George Soros (born György Schwartz on 12 August 1930) is a Hungarian-born American businessman, philanthropist, and political activist. He is the chairman of Soros Fund Management and the Open Society Foundations.

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Also known as: Soros, Soros, George

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I wish I could write a book that will be read for as long as our civilization lasts...

The Winning Investment Habits of Warren Buffett & George Soros (2006)

Once we realize that imperfect understanding is the human condition, there is no shame in being wrong, only in failing to correct our mistakes.

Soros on Soros (1995)

I am not a Zionist, nor am I am a practicing Jew, but I have a great deal of sympathy for my fellow Jews and a deep concern for the survival of Israel.

On Israel, America and AIPAC (2007)

The global crisis is caused by pathologies inherent in the global financial system itself.

The Crisis of Global Capitalism (1998)

A full and fair discussion is essential to democracy.

Why We Must Not Reelect President Bush (2004)

The truth is, successful investing is a kind of alchemy.

The Alchemy of Finance: Reading the mind of the Market (1987)

We must recognize that as the dominant power in the world we have a special responsibility. In addition to protecting our national interests, we must take the leadership in protecting the common interests of humanity.

The Age of Fallibility (2006)

Before the invasion of Iraq, we could project overwhelming power in any part of the world. We cannot do so any more because we are bogged down in Iraq.

Speech at the National Press Club (2004)

The war in Iraq was misconceived from start to finish — if it has a finish.

Speech at the National Press Club (2004)

I think he's a man of good intentions. I don't doubt it. But I think he's leading us in the wrong direction.

Interview with David Brancaccio (2003)

My peculiarity is that I don't have a particular style of investing or, more exactly, I try to change my style to fit the conditions.

Soros on Soros (1995)

There is no other country that can take the place of the United States in the foreseeable future. If the United States fails to provide the right kind of leadership our civilization may destroy itself. That is the unpleasant reality that confronts us.

The Age of Fallibility (2006)

On the abstract level, I have turned the belief in my own fallibility into the cornerstone of an elaborate philosophy.

Soros on Soros (1995)

China isn’t the only authoritarian regime in the world, but it’s undoubtedly the wealthiest, strongest and most developed in machine learning and artificial intelligence. This makes Xi Jinping the most dangerous opponent of those who believe in the concept of open society.

I'm not doing my philanthropic work, out of any kind of guilt, or any need to create good public relations. I'm doing it because I can afford to do it, and I believe in it.

Interview with David Brancaccio (2003)

The Palestine problem does not have a purely military solution. Military superiority is necessary for Israel's national security, but it is not sufficient. The solution has to be political, as President Clinton recognized.

On Israel, America and AIPAC (2007)

I think you will have to be very, very careful to have the regulations that will protect freedom.

Interview with Mark Shapiro (2000)

Now, there is a good foundation for this. But it's a half-truth.

Interview with David Brancaccio (2003)

It's more difficult, you know, to bring about positive change than it is to make money.

Interview with Mark Shapiro (2000)

The act of lending can change the value of the collateral

The Alchemy of Finance: Reading the mind of the Market (1987)

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