Talking Politics: HISTORY OF IDEAS

Fukuyama on History

May 25, 2020
Francis Fukuyama, a leading political scientist celebrated for his insights into liberal democracy, discusses the implications of his famous 'end of history' thesis. He examines the resilience and vulnerabilities of democracy today, particularly in the face of rising alternative political systems, notably from China. Fukuyama explores how recent global events and technological advancements challenge our understanding of human agency. He engagingly questions whether democracy can truly adapt and evolve in the current socio-political climate.
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