Summary:
The book critiques what the author perceives as an attack on Western values and institutions, arguing that self-criticism and guilt have gone too far in undermining the foundations of Western civilization. It discusses topics such as identity politics, cancel culture, and the impact of these phenomena on free speech, historical interpretation, and societal cohesion.
Key points:
1. Identity Politics: Murray likely criticizes how identity politics divides society and prefers individual merit over group identities.
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