TED Talks Daily Be courageous! A call to speak up for what you believe | Bari Weiss
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May 29, 2024 
Bari Weiss, a journalist and former editor at The New York Times, tackles the urgent need for courage in a politically polarized America. She shares powerful stories of individuals who stood up against conformity, emphasizing that speaking one's truth is vital for societal progress. Weiss also discusses the challenges of expressing dissenting opinions and the moral complexities of courage in today's climate. With a call for respectful dialogue over divisiveness, she inspires listeners to reclaim open discourse in the face of adversity.
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Shifting Overton Window
- Bari Weiss, once a standard liberal, finds her views now considered controversial.
- This shift highlights how quickly acceptable discourse can change.
Silence of the Majority
- Weiss argues extreme activists aren't solely responsible for societal shifts.
- The silence of those who know better allows the fringe to gain influence.
Reasons for Silence
- People's silence stems from various reasons, including prioritizing comfort and fearing social repercussions.
- Lack of conviction and prioritizing comfort over complexity contributes to this.