Solutions with Henry Blodget The U.S. Needs a Democracy Movement
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Oct 13, 2025 
Anne Applebaum, an award-winning historian and journalist focused on democracy, explores the pressing need for a democracy movement in the U.S. She highlights how autocracies collaborate to undermine democratic norms globally and shares insights on Poland's recent democratic turnaround as a guide. Applebaum discusses the risks to free elections in the U.S. and urges citizens to engage locally to protect democracy. Her passionate plea emphasizes the importance of building broad coalitions and making the threats to democracy tangible for voters.
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Why Democracy Matters
- Democracy uniquely permits planned, peaceful succession and basic civil rights for broad participation.
- Autocracies concentrate power in a small group that often robs citizens and removes their voice.
Democracy Is Fragile And Rare
- Democracies are historically rare and fragile, and most human history used autocratic systems.
- Modern democracies require continuous care and attention to survive and evolve.
Fix Tech And Money To Protect Democracy
- Regulate platforms to prioritize social function and exposure to diverse views instead of maximizing outrage.
- Limit anonymous financial structures and campaign cash to reduce corruption and autocratic funding.
