Revolt

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This thought-provoking examination delves into the global rise of populism as the allure of globalism fades. The author challenges conventional views on nationalism and populism, arguing that modern globalization is unsustainable. The collapse of the current world order stems not only from the disparity between technological progress and social advancement or the decline of liberal democracy, but also from a fervent desire to dismantle power structures that have become hollow, corrupt, or unresponsive to urgent needs. The narrative highlights both the positive and negative forces reshaping our economic, political, and cultural landscapes, revealing the economic and cultural revolutions defining our era, as well as the counterrevolutions by those marginalized and exploited. Through a blend of journalistic storytelling, vivid vignettes, and insightful analysis, it becomes clear that both the left and right share common ground. The author recounts the experiences of distressed coal miners in Pennsylvania, anarchist communes in Athens, a Japanese town facing declining birth rates, neo-Nazis in Germany, and Syrian refugees journeying from Greece to Germany. Interwoven with these contemporary accounts are historical lessons from events such as the opium wars in China, colonialist Haiti, and the Marshall Plan, illustrating that the roots of revolt are deep and enduring. Rather than viewing current uprisings as fleeting, we should