
Late-stage liberalism
The Gray Area with Sean Illing
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The Legitimacy Crisis and Fragmentation in the West
This chapter examines the fragmentation and internal conflicts within American and European societies, highlighting the challenges posed by far-right influences and a declining global standing for the U.S. It discusses the legitimacy crisis in America, focusing on eroded liberal values and the growing rarity of civil discourse. The speakers predict ongoing societal strife among identity groups, advocating for a recognition of the tragic aspects of politics as a way to navigate future governance.
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