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#376 — How Democracies Fail
Making Sense with Sam Harris
Instinctive Reaction to Demand Rights in tyrannical government societies
Ideas about individual rights, transparency of institutions, accountability of the government, and the rule of law are powerful and contagious, especially in autocratic societies. Even in countries like Russia and China, there is a recognition of the threat posed by liberal ideas. The inherent human instinct to demand rights emerges even in societies where democracy is not experienced firsthand. For example, in China, young people demanded free speech after the COVID lockdown, despite not having direct exposure to democratic concepts. This instinct can be traced back to historical instances, where the clash against dictatorship led to demands for rights and freedoms. The fundamental human desire for autonomy and liberty transcends geographical and cultural boundaries, prompting individuals to seek rights even in the face of oppressive regimes.
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