Government and Anarchy
Yeonmi expresses skepticism about the idea of a government enforcing equality, arguing that such attempts can lead to disastrous outcomes, as seen in North Korea. She advocates for decentralized governance, where states have the power to cater to individual preferences, allowing for a diversity of ideologies to coexist. The conversation highlights the tension between the desire for order and the fear of an overreaching government.In this clip
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