Whose ideas align most closely with Larry Diamond's theory of "democratic recession" and "predatory states"?

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Ronald Inglehart and Christian Welzel's theory of "cultural modernization" aligns closely with Larry Diamond's theory of "democratic recession" and "predatory states." This theory suggests that as societies become more modern and affluent, they become more likely to value individual autonomy, gender equality, and political and civil liberties, which is necessary for the development and sustainability of democracy. In contrast, societies that resist or reject these values are more likely to experience democratic regression and the rise of authoritarianism.

Whose Ideas Align Most Closely with Larry Diamond's Theory of "Democratic