No he typically tries to stabilize economies, thats his expertise. He tried to argue that the US should have helped russia economically. His advice was mostly ignored by soviets and later by Yelstin during the horrendous privatization.

But he is diplomatic, so yes he filters what he says.

[–] umbrella@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 week ago (3 children)

"all he wanted was to spread a bit of democracy to the savages" 😩

[–] yogthos@lemmy.ml 7 points 1 week ago (2 children)

At least he has the decency to openly admit that what was done in the 90s was absolutely wrong, and I think he's been an important voice denouncing US imperialism precisely because he's seen how it works from the inside.

[–] umbrella@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

sure, that doesnt mean he can be trusted. the "now a fighter for democracy" bar is very high for people who did what he did, and are what he is.

[–] yogthos@lemmy.ml 5 points 1 week ago

I don't think we have to trust him, but when he says things that are obviously correct then it's worth sharing that. Also, the people that need convincing are more likely to listen to somebody like Sachs.

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