The Slow Newscast Introducing... What's wrong with democracy?
May 22, 2024
Professor Ben Ansell from Oxford University dives into democracy's challenges globally, focusing on issues like misinformation, freedom of speech violations, and ethnic-based campaigning during elections. The podcast explores the success strategy of a political leader in India, the comparison of democratic issues in India and America, and the politics of redistribution and the resilience of Indian democracy.
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Modi's Two-Pronged Approach
- Narendra Modi's success comes from his reputation for developing the Indian economy.
- He also positions himself as the leader of a Hindu nationalist party in a largely Hindu India.
Modi's Appeal
- Modi's supporters point to his development work, especially infrastructure projects, as a sign of his success.
- He also has implemented welfare schemes, appealing to socioeconomically marginal voters.
India and US Parallels
- Ben Ansell draws parallels between Indian and American politics, citing racial politics in the US and caste politics in India.
- Both countries also grapple with economic inequality as a central political theme.