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Suicide of the West

How the Rebirth of Tribalism, Populism, Nationalism, and Identity Politics Is Destroying American Democracy
Summary:

The book argues that Western civilization is abandoning the core principles of the Enlightenment—reason, individualism, and capitalism—that have led to unprecedented prosperity and freedom. It warns that the rise of tribalism, populism, nationalism, and identity politics threatens to erode the democratic institutions and norms that sustain the West's success.

Key points:

1. "The Miracle": Goldberg credits Western prosperity to liberal democracy and Enlightenment values. He warns it's a delicate success that must be protected.

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