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The Gray Area with Sean Illing cover image

Fareed Zakaria on our revolutionary moment

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

CHAPTER

Challenges and Resilience of Liberal Democracy

This chapter examines the potential decline of liberal democracy and the societal upheavals that have historically followed rapid change, such as those seen during the Industrial Revolution. It discusses the ongoing global rise of illiberalism and the impact of waning Western influence, while expressing optimism in the enduring human desire for freedom. Through reflections on historical contexts and current political dynamics, it raises critical questions about the future of individual rights and the importance of choices made today.

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