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Yugoslav Roots Shaped His Perspective
- Milanovic credits his Yugoslav upbringing and non-aligned context for shaping a critical view of both East and West.
- He sees his generation as less uncritically pro-Western than other Eastern Europeans of similar age.
Communism As An Engine Of Convergence
- Communism acted as an engine of economic convergence for many colonized and backward countries by breaking feudal structures and promoting industrialization.
- China is central to this claim but other cases like Vietnam, Algeria, and India’s left movements also illustrate the pattern.
Political Capitalism Versus Liberal Processes
- 'Political capitalism' emphasizes state-led growth and governance focused on delivery rather than electoral selection.
- This model contrasts with Western emphasis on selection processes and individual liberties.