
Mao and Stalin — did they lead the way for tyrannical leaders like Trump?
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Cycles of Oppression and Freedom
This chapter examines the contemporary dynamics of oppression and freedom in Russia and China, drawing historical parallels with tyrannical leaders like Stalin and Mao. It discusses the current state of repression under Xi Jinping and contrasts it with the conditions experienced during Soviet times. The conversation highlights the complexity of modern authoritarianism while exploring the psychological shifts within leadership and the implications for individual freedoms.
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