Hungarian activist Tessza Udvarhelyi discusses the power of grassroots movements in fighting authoritarianism, promoting democracy, and inclusive city planning. She shares challenges faced in Budapest and emphasizes the importance of individual mindset change for societal impact.
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Political choices impact everyone's life, collective power is accessible to all individuals.
Grassroots activism and community engagement are pivotal for democratic change and inclusive societies.
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No matter who you are or where you live, political choices influence your life. Hungarian activist and academic, Tessza Udvarhelyi, emphasizes that anyone, whether or not they work in politics, has collective power. This week, she joins Chris to discuss her work fighting for democracy under an increasingly authoritarian government, why affording power to the people is a must, and how we can all participate.