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Globalization vs. Innovation

"Live Players" with Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg

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Navigating Prosperity Amidst Political Barriers

Cultural destabilization and threats to democratic politics are increasingly evident, particularly in Western societies. The example of Gulf monarchies illustrates a different social structure where democracy is set aside, resulting in a large population of temporary guest workers without full citizenship rights. This model demonstrates that a society can function with a vast majority of non-citizen laborers while a small elite benefits from national resources. The challenges posed by immigration may be more pronounced in Western democracies, suggesting that the underlying political structures significantly influence how immigration issues manifest and are managed.

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