Political Order and Political Decay
From the Industrial Revolution to the Globalization of Democracy
by:
Francis Fukuyama
in:
Political Theory
Summary:
The book examines how states evolve through institutions, rule of law, and democratic accountability, and how they can deteriorate due to corruption, nepotism, and rigid bureaucracies. It explores the challenges of political decay in the context of global politics, from the Industrial Revolution to the complexities of contemporary democracy.
Key points:
1. State, Law, and Accountability: Fukuyama believes a balanced political system needs a capable state, rule of law, and democratic accountability.
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