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Behind the Bastards
The American Experiment: Overconfidence and Authoritarianism
This chapter critiques the notion of American exceptionalism, presenting the U.S. as a testing ground for flawed societal structures. It explores the consequences of overconfidence in political movements, specifically relating to recent events like the January 6th insurrection, while comparing the current climate to historical fascist regimes.
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