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The Meaning of Capital-H History
- History with a capital H means the progressive evolution of societies from primitive to modern states.
- Key thinkers like Hegel and Marx shaped the idea that liberal democracy is a culmination of this historical progress.
Liberal Democracy as Final Government
- Liberal democracy represents the final form of human government with no higher form evident.
- Authoritarian models like China or Iran are not seen as superior to democratic capitalism.
Neoliberalism's Role in Populism
- Neoliberalism focused on minimizing state economic role led to inequality and financial crises.
- These disruptions contributed to the rise of populist movements on both left and right wings.