How did the economic conditions described in Source 1 influence the political ideas articulated in Source 2? The large debts discussed by Keynes inspired Mussolini's attacks on pacifism. The "bonfire" alluded to by Keynes validated Mussolini's call for international collaboration. The "belligerent countries" referenced by Keynes encouraged Mussolini's isolationist policies. The fiscal issues described by Keynes motivated Mussolini's resentment for international collaboration.