Echoes of Rome: Ancient Influences on Modern Identity

This chapter examines the contemporary fascination with ancient Rome, highlighting how figures like Musk engage with Roman imagery without deeper understanding. It contrasts historical political dynamics, particularly the roles of Sulla and Marius, with modern American politics, revealing ongoing societal issues that persist across time.

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