Honestly with Bari Weiss Revolt of The Public
Jun 16, 2021
Martin Gurri, a CIA analyst and author of "The Revolt of the Public," discusses the seismic shifts in society driven by the internet. He predicts the rise of movements like Trump, Brexit, and BLM as indicators of this transformation. Gurri highlights how online activism exposes disillusionment with traditional politics and reshapes community engagement. He critiques the media's credibility, emphasizing the blurred lines of power and the urgent demand for change, while reflecting on the importance of real-life connections in a shifting digital landscape.
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Internet's Impact
- The internet has drastically altered our lives, impacting industries, politics, and personal relationships.
- Digital connection has weakened physical communities and shifted political engagement online.
Gurri's Predictions
- Martin Gurri, while at the CIA, observed a correlation between the spread of digital information and increased social and political unrest.
- Initial dismissals of online movements like bloggers in Egypt were proven wrong by the Arab Spring.
Connecting Movements
- Modern protest movements, though seemingly disparate, share common origins and characteristics shaped by digital culture.
- These movements often lack clear leaders, coherent ideologies, and positive programs, focusing instead on opposition.
