Power and Manipulation
Stalin's rise to power was marked by his exceptional skills in political manipulation and control, utilizing humor and sarcasm to undermine his rivals. The discussion delves into the slippery slope of moral compromise, questioning whether a single act of violence can lead to a cascade of atrocities. It raises profound inquiries about human nature and the potential for evil that resides within us all.In this clip
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Norman Naimark: Genocide, Stalin, Hitler, Mao, and Absolute Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #248
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