Cultural Dynamics in Economic Growth and Political Legitimacy

This chapter examines the intricate relationship between economic growth and political legitimacy through global examples, focusing on the cultural responses to modernization. Highlighting cases from Poland and Iran, it explores the tension between progressive and conservative values within societies and how these dichotomies influence public opinion. The discussion addresses the complexities of nation-building in diverse contexts, emphasizing the potential for coercive measures to shape identity and unity while also posing challenges to individual liberties.