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Rory Stewart, adventurer, writer, politician, and non-profit leader, talks about his fascinating life and experiences in politics. He reflects on the broken political system, the impact of a hard Brexit, and the loss of idealism. He discusses Give Directly, a non-profit providing unconditional cash transfers, and shares his unique approach for President Biden. Stewart emphasizes the importance of individual choice and dignity in poverty alleviation. A captivating conversation about his career, small projects, and the search for meaning.
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- The need for embracing the center ground, finding moral purpose, and injecting humor into politics to counter populist movements.
- The effectiveness of unconditional cash transfers in improving living conditions, empowering individuals, and challenging the paternalistic nature of aid programs.
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Rory Stewart's Journey into Politics
Rory Stewart, a former diplomat, walks across Afghanistan and witnesses the gap between political rhetoric and reality. He enters British politics with idealistic ambitions to make a difference, only to encounter the constraints and compromises of the political system. The rise of populist figures like Boris Johnson leads to a shift in the conservative party, pushing it towards a rightward lurch. Stewart reflects on the failures and challenges of his political career and the damaging effects it had on his character. He emphasizes the need for embracing the center ground, finding moral purpose, and injecting humor into politics to counter populist movements.
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