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Why Are We Drawn to Dictators?
Dan Snow's History Hit
The Role of Technology in Shaping Democracy
This chapter explores the impact of technological advancements on surveillance, citizen empowerment, radicalization through algorithms, and the manipulation of emotions like anger in authoritarian politics. It calls for more democracy and transparency to counteract the negative effects of modern technology on society.
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