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This edition: The Origins of Political Order: From Prehuman Times to the French Revolution





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Episode Details

Original tape date: May 2, 2011.

How did human beings succeed in creating the ideal of strong, accountable governments that adhere to the rule of law? Francis Fukuyama provides a sweeping account of how today's basic political institutions developed.

  • About this series

  • On this weekly half-hour television show, leading thinkers and policy makers discuss ethics and vital issues in global affairs. A mix of talks, town hall conversations and interviews are interspersed with compelling images to create a dynamic picture of vital global issues. Global Ethics Forum is produced by the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs, a non-profit educational institution based in New York City.

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