The Un-Diplomatic Podcast
Is Fukuyama Liberalism the 'End of History?' w/ Daniel Bessner | Ep. 156
May 27, 2023
In this episode, Daniel Bessner explores Francis Fukuyama's 'The End of History and the Last Man', discussing neo-conservatism, liberalism, and the shift from Cold War liberalism to national security liberalism. They also delve into Fukuyama's relationship with the Rand Corporation, limited opportunities in foreign policy, and the problematic side of progressivism. The potential of socialism as the end of history is also examined.
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- Neoconservatism is an updated version of Cold War liberalism, both promoting American dominance.
- Fukuyama's 'The End of History' predicted a convergence towards liberal democratic capitalism, but overlooked challenges and alternatives.
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Fukuyama's Background and Career
Francis Fukuyama began his career with a PhD in government from Harvard and worked at institutions like Rand Corporation and State Department. He gained fame with his essay 'The End of History' in which he argued for the triumph of liberal democratic capitalism.
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