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Open original source ↗Many countries that had a terrible 20th century are on track to have a great 21st century. And vice versa.
Because history is running in reverse.
Countries that fell to socialism and communism developed antibodies against ideology, and became nationalist and capitalist. After 1991 they were so poor, they needed to work hard.
By contrast, countries that were capitalist and nationalist developed susceptibility to degeneracy, and have become weaker and woker. After 1991 they were so rich, they forgot the value of hard work.
In this century, Eastern Europe is a better place to live than Western Europe.
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What happened in Poland is nothing short of an economic wonder, its standard of living will surpass Japan this year. Free market, hard work and entrepreneurial spirit are the only way to escape socialist misery and poverty. Congratulations Poland. https://t.co/zsapCw7Dam
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