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The case for democracy

Book • 2004
In this book, Natan Sharansky and Ron Dermer make a compelling case for the spread of democracy as essential for overcoming tyranny and terror.

Sharansky, drawing from his experiences as a Soviet dissident, argues that democracy can thrive even in societies previously deemed unsuitable for it, citing examples from post-WWII Germany and Japan, as well as his own experiences in the USSR.

The authors emphasize the importance of freedom and democratic principles in achieving peace and stability, particularly in the context of Arab-Israeli relations and global politics.

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Mentioned in 4 episodes

Mentioned by Michael Shermer in a discussion about democracy, referencing Sharansky's arguments on the topic.
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Douglas Murray on Hamas, Iran, and the Collapse of the Two-State Solution
Co-authored by Ron Dermer and Natan Sharansky, discussed in the context of Dermer's career and insights.
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288. Arabs vs Jews? Maybe Not | Ambassador Ron Dermer
Mentioned by J.D. Vance as a book he read while serving in Iraq, influencing his views on democracy.
The Hillbilly Has A Moment (feat. J.D. Vance)

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