Chapter

The Importance of Civil Liberties and Democracy in the Cold War.
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33:03 - 39:27 (06:23)

This podcast emphasizes the importance of the protection of civil liberties and of democratic values during the Cold War. It also debunks some common misconceptions regarding the events that took place during that time.

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People often look for someone to blame for the Cold War, but having an enemy can actually be beneficial for maintaining power in geopolitics, as demonstrated by the creation of the NATO alliance.
33:03 - 37:25 (04:22)
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Geopolitics
Summary

People often look for someone to blame for the Cold War, but having an enemy can actually be beneficial for maintaining power in geopolitics, as demonstrated by the creation of the NATO alliance.

Chapter
The Importance of Civil Liberties and Democracy in the Cold War.
Episode
#289 – Stephen Kotkin: Putin, Zelenskyy, and War in Ukraine
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The conversation revolves around the rule of law and protection of civil liberties.
37:25 - 39:27 (02:01)
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Freedom, Civil Liberties
Summary

The conversation revolves around the rule of law and protection of civil liberties. Despite differences in ideology, they agree that freedom is better than unfreedom.

Chapter
The Importance of Civil Liberties and Democracy in the Cold War.
Episode
#289 – Stephen Kotkin: Putin, Zelenskyy, and War in Ukraine
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast