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Foreign Policy Live
Heather Cox Richardson on American Democracy
Sep 29, 2023
Historian and Boston College Professor Heather Cox Richardson joins the podcast to discuss her book 'Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America'. They explore the historical tactics of political polarization and disinformation, the parallels between past and present states of American democracy, FDR's New Deal and its relevance today, President Biden's vision for restoring a government that works for ordinary Americans, and the importance of creating an inclusive society and global awareness.
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- Strongman leaders use effective storytelling to gain support, necessitating the opposition to tell their own stories of heroism and the power of one vote.
- Addressing disinformation requires adjusting algorithms, regulating fake speech, and recognizing its role in undermining democracy.
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The Power of Storytelling in Politics
Strongman leaders are effective storytellers, using narratives of hardship and a promise of fixing problems to gain support. In order to counter this, it is important for those in opposition to tell their own stories, rooted in heroism and the power of one vote.
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