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The Rise, and Maybe Downfall, of Liberal Democracy

In the Room with Peter Bergen

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Evolution of Zionism as a Liberal Project

The chapter discusses the historical roots of Zionism in response to Jewish persecution, the complications with the occupation of lands post-67 war, and the challenges of maintaining a Jewish state while ruling over a population without political rights. It also delves into democratic backsliding in Israel and the backlash against a cosmopolitan, meritocratic elite.

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