115. France on fire, fake Korean cash, and a new Scottish nationalism
The Rest Is Politics
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Protests and Governance: A Global Perspective
This chapter examines the recent protests in Israel sparked by Netanyahu's decision to dismiss his defense minister amid contentious judicial reforms, reflecting broader sentiments within the government. It juxtaposes authoritarian leadership models in countries like Singapore and China against democratic ideals, exploring how youth perceptions shape views on social and economic transformations. Additionally, the chapter highlights the troubling state of press freedom worldwide and the implications of restrictive laws on journalism, drawing parallels to the decline of civil rights in various nations.
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