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Practical Wisdom for Leaders with Scott J. Allen, Ph.D.

George Papandreou, Dr. Ron Heifetz, & Dr. Cynthia Cherrey - A Wider Framework (Part 2)

Feb 21, 2024
Former Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou and leadership expert Dr. Ron Heifetz discuss democracy challenges, transparent algorithms, and effective leadership qualities. They explore collaboration in post-disaster recovery and the intersection of democracy and leadership, emphasizing adaptability and engagement with stakeholders.
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Quick takeaways

  • Democracy is more than elections; it involves debating peacefully to prevent power abuse and injustice.
  • Global concentration of power and wealth inequality challenge democracies, worsened by social media and needing innovative solutions.

Deep dives

The Basics of Democracy and Conflict Resolution

Democracy is more than just elections; it's about debating and resolving conflicts peacefully. Ancient texts like the Iliad sparked thinking on conflict resolution. Democracy provides a way for people to collectively make decisions and prevent power abuse. Aristotle emphasized the importance of justice and equality in democracies to prevent polarization and tyranny.

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