Francis Fukuyama is an American political scientist, economist, and author, best known for his book, "The End of History and the Last Man," published in 1992. In this work, he argues that the spread of liberal democracies and free-market capitalism may signal the endpoint of humanity's sociocultural evolution. His ideas sparked significant debate and discussion in political theory and international relations. Fukuyama was born on October 27, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois. He has held various academic positions, including at Johns Hopkins University and Stanford University. His work often explores themes related to democracy, governance, and the impact of culture on political development.