![]() While the Soviet Union put up (and lost) the first ideological fight, China as its logical successor, and Russia as its residual state, are now engaged in a second round. This continuing struggle now pits the United States-led, Western alliance system against a China-centric global network of nations, including Russia, that display shades of authoritarian governance. Contrary to proponents of the “end of history” thesis, the ideological struggle of the 20th century between what used to be called the “free world” versus “the Marxist-Leninist” camp is ongoing, despite the conclusion of the Cold War. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is the latest and most potent indication that history is back, and with a vengeance. The West’s response could intensify the conflict. ![]() China has seized on the shortcomings of liberal democracy. ![]()
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