How does Fukuyama study political order?
My approach to understanding political order involves a broad historical sweep, drawing on evolutionary biology, anthropology, and comparative politics. I examine the long-term development of states and institutions, from their most rudimentary forms to complex modern polities. This involves tracing the emergence of institutions like the state, the rule of law, and accountable government, and understanding how these elements interact with economic development and societal trust to create stable and prosperous societies.
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