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FT News Briefing

Martin Wolf and Robert Kagan on democracy’s year of peril

Jun 2, 2024
Robert Kagan, a neoconservative scholar and senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, engages in a compelling discussion about the global challenges facing democracy as crucial elections approach. He explores the rise of populist and far-right movements, their implications for democratic institutions, and the historical resilience of liberal values. Kagan also reflects on how a potential Trump victory could reshape U.S. democracy, touching on themes of polarization, loyalty in politics, and the looming threats of post-election violence.
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  • The rise of far-right parties globally poses a threat to democratic institutions and principles.
  • Democratic capitalism, a foundational model for the Western world, faces challenges amidst rising support for illiberal ideologies.

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Challenges to Liberal Democracy

The outlook for democracy in a pivotal year is examined, highlighting challenges such as the possibility of a convicted former president seeking office again and a rise in support for far-right parties across Europe. Issues like the success of far-right parties and setbacks in democratic principles globally, including in India and Ukraine, raise concerns about the future of democracy and liberal capitalism.

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