"The illusion refers to the idea, triumphant after 1989, that every society, however different its history or culture, would eventually converge on the political and economic model of the Anglo-American West, that liberal democratic capitalism was the form that all successful modern societies must ultimately take."
"The editors of Equator give an intriguing explanation for the publication's purpose, namely that it is inspired by 'the passing of a grand illusion: the illusion that the whole world was on a trajectory, however delayed or disrupted, towards Western modernity.'"
Equator is a new publication founded by a group of writers and editors frustrated with Western media's portrayal of global issues, particularly the war in Gaza. The publication seeks to offer a broader perspective that transcends the limitations of Western narratives. It aims to challenge the notion that all societies must follow a Western model of political and economic development. The founding editors emphasize the importance of recognizing diverse histories and cultures in shaping global discourse.
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