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The Rise and Fall of a Megalomaniac

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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Defiance in Timisoara

This chapter explores the courageous stand of priest Laszlo Tokas against Nicolai Ceausescu's oppressive regime in Romania, igniting protests and civil unrest in Timisoara. It vividly recounts a chaotic moment as ordinary citizens confront their authoritarian government amidst a backdrop of fear and desperation.

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