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#113 - Inverted Totalitarianism and the Corporate State: Chris Hedges Interviews Princeton Professor Sheldon Wolin

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Capitalism vs. Democracy: A Cold War Legacy

This chapter examines the critiques of capitalism as it threatens democratic foundations, referencing historical figures like Max Weber and the Founding Fathers. It discusses the impact of the Cold War on American democracy, particularly how capitalist interests undermined democratic processes and regulations. Key themes include the historical tensions between elitism and democracy, the struggle for civil rights, and the persistent need for vigilance against the concentration of economic power.

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