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The ideological failings observed during the 20th century provide vital lessons about the dangers of unchecked ideological ambition. Fascism and communism showcase the extremes of societal breakdowns that can ensue when doctrines supersede human welfare. The lessons gleaned are not limited to the ideologies alone but extend to understanding human behaviors within those movements.
Despite attempts at learning from these traumatic historical moments, complacency can lead to repeating mistakes made in the past. Critics argue that many within political and intellectual circles continue to flirt with ideas of collectivization without reckoning with the implications those concepts hold based on historical context and consequences.