Fareed Zakaria on the Age of Revolutions, the Power of Ideas, and the Rewards of Intellectual Curiosity
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Preserving the Legacy of Liberal Enlightenment Thinking
The speaker expresses concern that the core values of modern liberal democratic societies are under threat due to various forces like populism, dictatorships, and authoritarian regimes. They highlight the significant shift in economic and social transformations that began around the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe with the rise of science and the Industrial Revolution, driven by liberal enlightenment thinking. The speaker fears that the success of this project is now at risk due to the disruptive nature of globalization and information technology over the last 30 years, which has led to a search for solutions amidst economic, social, and personal upheaval.
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