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“France placed the state above society , democracy above constitutionalism, and equality above liberty. As a result, for much of the nineteenth century it was democratic, with broad suffrage and elections, but hardly liberal. it was certainly a less secure home for individual freedom than was England or America.”

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Fareed Zakaria
Fareed Zakaria

Fareed Zakaria is an Indian-American journalist, author, and public speaker, known for his insightful analysis and commentary on global affairs. He hosts 'Fareed Zakaria GPS' on CNN and has authored several books on international relations and politics. Born on January 20, 1964, in India, Zakaria has made significant contributions to journalism and has been recognized for his work. more

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