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Sabato de Sarno leaves Gucci and the UK takes a lead on Ukraine

The Monocle Daily

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Lessons from the Weimar Republic

This chapter draws parallels between contemporary global crises and the tumultuous era of the Weimar Republic in 1930s Germany. It emphasizes the importance of moral responsibility and societal engagement in preventing the rise of authoritarianism, while also addressing the impact of media and social media on public discourse. The conversation warns against simplistic thinking in a complex world and reflects on how historical lessons should inform current political dynamics.

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