: He suggests the West is losing faith in its own heritage and institutions, potentially leading to a sudden demise rather than a slow transition.
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: Representative government and the protection of private property—distinct from autocratic rule—underpinned economic stability and the rise of corporations.
: A combination of institutional frameworks and cultural values (often linked to the Protestant work ethic) provided the human capital necessary for sustained development. Current Status and Potential Decline
: Other civilizations have now successfully "downloaded" these six features, allowing countries like China to challenge Western supremacy.
: The political and economic fragmentation of Europe fostered a competitive environment between and within states, driving innovation.
: Breakthroughs in healthcare more than doubled life expectancy, allowing Western empires to expand into previously inhospitable regions.