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The Bad Guys Are Winning

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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Illiberalism in the Digital Age

This chapter delves into the rise of illiberalism and authoritarianism shaped by social media's impact on political discourse, highlighting contemporary differences from past historical contexts. It also discusses China's growing global influence as an alternative governance model and how disinformation exploits public disillusionment to promote radical political agendas.

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