Why Nation-Building Doesn't Work | Guest: J. Burden | 6/18/25
The Auron MacIntyre Show
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The Pitfalls of Imposed Democracy
This chapter examines the challenges of regime change and nation-building, particularly the difficulties faced by the U.S. in establishing democratic governance in diverse cultures. Through historical examples from Iran, Afghanistan, and Liberia, the discussion critiques the assumption that imposing external governance structures will succeed without acknowledging deep-rooted cultural differences. It emphasizes the moral implications of such interventions and the potential erosion of indigenous identities, highlighting the need for a nuanced understanding of local contexts.
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