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Fareed Zakaria on how economic and technological progress leads to revolutions

Big Ideas

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Exploring Historical Origins of Political Ideologies

The chapter delves into the historical origins of political ideologies like left and right, tracing back to the French National Assembly during the 1780s and the evolution of these positions over time. It explores how these ideologies shifted from supporting or opposing the monarchy to encompassing economic and government involvement stances. The discussion also highlights the transition to a new framework focused on community, class, culture, and communication in modern politics.

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