"I wonder how many people would have thought at the end of World War II that the capitalist system would be one that was meeting the challenges and making things better for people as we approach the 21st century"

This quote by Sanford I. Weill assesses the success of the capitalist system in the years following World War II. Weill is revealing his surprise that the capitalist system has been able to fulfill the challenges of the 20th century and make life better for individuals. He is most likely describing the economic development and technological advances that have been made since completion of World War II, which have actually improved the lifestyle for many people. Weill is also likely expressing his optimism for the future of the capitalist system as we approach the 21st century. He is recommending that the capitalist system will continue to achieve success in fulfilling the obstacles of the future and making life much better for people.