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What if… The Berlin Wall Hadn’t Fallen?

Past Present Future

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Reflections on Democracy: Then and Now

This chapter examines the contrasting perceptions of democracy from the hopeful movements of 1989 to today's disillusionment with authoritarian trends. It highlights the missed opportunities in the West to learn from Eastern Europe's democratic struggles and the evolving role of social movements in shaping political landscapes.

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