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Howe's theory posits that societies undergo predictable cycles, which he categorizes into four turnings—high, awakening, unraveling, and crisis. The fourth turning, where we currently find ourselves, is characterized by significant societal disruption as the old order deteriorates, making way for a new framework. Howe notes that this crisis is not simply an American phenomenon but is resonating globally, with countries across continents witnessing similar trends of nationalism and populism.