How the Cold War Shaped Western Democracy with Simon Reid-Henry: Writing about history

The video explores the balance between individual agency and structural forces in history, emphasizing the importance of leadership. It discusses political assumptions in Western societies and highlights key decisions by leaders like Willy Brandt and Richard Nixon, focusing on detente's impact on the Cold War. The narrative underscores how these decisions influenced trade and political independence in Europe.

Discuss the impact of leadership absence in America since 2016 as mentioned in the text.

What role do institutions play in shaping individual responses to global events like a recession?