Resilience in Democracy: Engaging the Fight

This chapter of the podcast highlights the Velshi Band Book Club's discussion on a challenged middle grade book about a gay Indian boy, emphasizing the community's response and the wider implications for democracy. It reflects on the resilience required to maintain democratic values in the face of rising authoritarianism and the importance of civic engagement. The speaker underscores the necessity of ongoing political participation and dialogue to counteract oppression and uphold social justice.