Stay Tuned with Preet A Danger to Ourselves (with Tom Nichols)
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Nov 18, 2021 Tom Nichols, a professor at the U.S. Naval War College and author of "Our Own Worst Enemy," discusses the alarming trend of anti-democratic movements, attributing their rise to our collective narcissism. He critiques the dual nature of social media outrage and the role of discontent among the middle class in fueling authoritarian sentiments. Nichols also explores the complexities of maintaining democracy amid societal divides and misinformation. Expect an insightful analysis of our political landscape and the psychological factors at play.
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Indian Food Summit
- Preet Bharara and Tom Nichols previously raised money for COVID relief in India after a debate about Indian food.
- Nichols maintains his dislike for curry despite trying new dishes during the "Indian Food Summit".
Illiberalism's Roots
- Tom Nichols argues against theories attributing illiberalism solely to globalization and economic change.
- He claims data on supporters of illiberal movements doesn't fully support this explanation.
Defining Illiberalism
- Illiberalism seeks to end liberal government, constitutionalism, and the rule of law, rather than simply demanding better policies.
- Some movements claim to protect rule of law, but only for their own interests.
