Industrialization changes nature of politics from "summary" of The Origins of Political Order by Francis Fukuyama
Industrialization has had a profound impact on the nature of politics throughout history. As societies transitioned from agrarian economies to industrial economies, the dynamics of political power and influence shifted significantly. In agrarian societies, power was often concentrated in the hands of a small elite, such as landowners or nobility, who controlled the means of production and held sway over the peasantry. However, with the rise of industrialization, new sources of power emerged. Industrialists and entrepreneurs became increasingly influential as they amassed wealth and built large enterprises. This economic power translated into political power, as these industrialists were able to influence government policies and shape the direction of society. The emergence of a new class of wealthy elites challenged the traditional power structures and forced a reevaluation of political relationships. Furtherm...
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