The article explores how democracy and the market are not necessarily in conflict, but rather exist in a duopoly in today's world. It discusses how the state and global forces shape economic, cultural, and knowledge systems, creating a postdemocratic era. The author delves into topics like terrorism, human rights, and bio politics, drawing on the works of various thinkers. The goal is to provide readers with tools to understand the political and intellectual landscape of the postcommunist world.