Consider This from NPR Threats To Democracy Are Growing Around the World — And The U.S. May Be One Of Them
May 28, 2021
Ben Rhodes, former foreign policy adviser to Obama and author of 'After the Fall', dives into the alarming rise of authoritarianism globally, including its implications for the U.S. He discusses the dynamics of democratic decline and how recent political shifts might affect perceptions of democracy. Rhodes highlights struggles of dissidents in places like Hong Kong and Russia, reflecting on America's historical impact on global democracy. He emphasizes the need for introspection regarding U.S. actions and their role in this crisis.
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Democracy as a Vector
- Democracy isn't a static state, but a vector, constantly moving.
- Countries are always becoming more or less democratic, posing a crucial question of direction.
U.S. Role in Global Democratic Decline
- Global democratic institutions face threats, with the U.S. implicated both as a victim and a contributor.
- This is highlighted by Freedom House's report and the Democracy Perception Index.
Worsening Trends During Book Writing
- Ben Rhodes's book highlights the declining democratic trends observed while writing.
- Examples include Alexei Navalny's arrest and Hong Kong's national security law.
