Pod Save the World Election 2024: What are the Stakes for Global Democracy?
Oct 5, 2024
Chris Murphy, a U.S. Senator focused on foreign policy, joins Samantha Power, USAID Administrator and human rights expert, Sarah Margon from Open Society Foundations, and Zack Beauchamp, a Vox reporter on far-right movements. They delve into how the upcoming election impacts global democracy, especially considering a potential Trump return. The conversation highlights the rise of authoritarianism, the challenges facing marginalized communities, and how U.S. foreign policy might shift under different leadership. They emphasize the need for a robust democratic agenda during this critical time.
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Global Democratic Backsliding
- Many elections worldwide aren't free or fair, with rising authoritarianism.
- The 2024 US election is pivotal for global democracy's trajectory.
Trump's Impact on Democracy
- Donald Trump's potential return poses a severe threat to democracy.
- He may dismantle alliances and align with autocracies, jeopardizing US moral standing.
Convergent Evolution of Far-Right
- Far-right movements globally face similar pressures and react similarly.
- They claim to champion democracy while undermining it to combat liberalism.
