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Experts like Eric von Holsten and others note that we are approaching a "Fourth Turning"—a period of major societal upheaval akin to previous crises such as the Civil War, World War II, and the Revolutionary War. Over an 80-year cycle, these crises have reset societal structures, and many believe the current era is on the brink of another transformative upheaval fueled by AI.
The narrative underscores a pattern: "Strong men create good times; good times create weak men; weak men create bad times; and bad times breed strong men." History suggests that periods of crisis tend to forge resilience, but they also risk chaos and upheaval if not navigated carefully.