A path to security for the world’s deadliest countries | Rachel Kleinfeld

Rachel Kleinfeld, a democracy advisor and author, discusses the alarming rise of violence in middle-income democracies with high inequality and political polarization. She argues that ordinary voters can drive change in corrupt systems. Kleinfeld unpacks the concept of 'privilege violence' linked to political corruption and showcases successful civic reforms in Bogotá. The conversation pivots to the importance of valuing life and political integrity as pathways to reduce violence, ultimately highlighting the potential for significant societal transformation.