Niall Ferguson on COVID, Lockdowns and Authoritarianism
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Pandemics and Authoritarianism
This chapter explores the historical context of antisemitism during pandemics and examines the COVID-19 lockdown measures in light of past events. It critiques the adoption of authoritarian tactics in liberal democracies and the missed opportunities to learn from effective strategies like those used in Taiwan. The conversation addresses the erosion of civil liberties and the emergence of totalitarian behaviors in modern society, drawing parallels with both historical regimes and contemporary cultural dynamics.
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