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How business leaders can renew democracy | Daniella Ballou-Aares

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Mar 22, 2024
Daniella Ballou-Aares, a prominent business and social impact leader, explores the critical intersection of corporate responsibility and democracy. She argues that business leaders must actively engage in protecting elections and the rule of law, especially during turbulent political times. Drawing parallels between global challenges, she emphasizes the risks of corporate disengagement and introduces the Leadership Now Project as a collective initiative for democratic preservation. Her insights highlight that safeguarding democracy is not just a moral obligation but essential for the bottom line.
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ANECDOTE

Turkish Executive's Fear

  • Daniella Ballou-Aares' friend, a Turkish executive, feared the government's crackdown on businesses.
  • She highlighted the advanced stage of democratic decline in Turkey compared to the U.S.
ANECDOTE

January 6th Experience

  • Ballou-Aares describes her experience on January 6th, sheltering her children.
  • She witnessed the attack on the Capitol, marking a new stage in democracy's decline.
INSIGHT

Unforeseen Authoritarianism

  • Ballou-Aares reflects on the unexpected rise of authoritarianism after the Cold War.
  • She emphasizes the role of business leaders in safeguarding democracy.
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