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Moreover, the speaker suggests that in their quest for progress, modern Western societies have achieved a level of wealth that paradoxically places them in a precarious situation. The very comforts that come with wealth and modernity can lead to self-destructive ideologies that contradict the values of equality and justice that many seek to uphold. This criticism emphasizes a need for deep introspection within affluent societies, urging individuals to scrutinize their participation in systems that uphold inequality, even unconsciously.