
The Bad Guys Are Winning
Plain English with Derek Thompson
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Autocracy Inc.: The New Coalition of Authoritarians
This chapter explores the modern evolution of authoritarian regimes and their cooperative strategies against democracy, focusing on 'Autocracy, Inc.' as a network of dictators. Highlighting Belarus and the challenges faced by Alexander Lukashenko, the discussion reveals how external powers like Russia and China support autocratic leaders to suppress democratic movements. The conversation further examines the implications of this alliance and the ways in which it undermines democratic institutions globally.
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