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Last Best Hope

Book • 2012
In "Last Best Hope," George Packer delves into the four dominant narratives shaping American life: Free America, Smart America, Real America, and Just America.

He examines how these narratives intersect and conflict, contributing to the nation's deep divisions.

Packer's analysis provides a framework for understanding the political and cultural battles that define contemporary America.

He explores the tensions between individual liberty and collective responsibility, the clash between different visions of the American identity, and the challenges of navigating a rapidly changing world.

The book offers a nuanced and insightful perspective on the complexities of American society.

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Sam Harris
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#274 — The Future of American Democracy
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im Zusammenhang mit den Protesten gegen die Trump-Regierung.
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Tyler Cowen
in discussion of Richard Holbrooke's biography.
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Justin Webb
as the author of the book, reflecting on the polarized nature of US politics.
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Brian Lehrer
when introducing George Packer and his recent book.
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