

Sam Koppelman on Voting Rights and Serving the Common Good | Accepting The Little Facts of Life
4 snips Jul 6, 2022
Sam Koppelman, a New York Times best-selling author and political strategist, dives into pressing issues surrounding voting rights and civic engagement. He discusses the historical struggles of suffragists and the ongoing challenges of voter suppression. Koppelman emphasizes the power of personal storytelling in political narratives and stresses altruism's moral implications in shaping society. Reflecting on his new book, he explores how past actions influence future generations, urging everyone to contribute positively to the common good.
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Youth Cynicism and Detachment
- Many young people display ironic detachment and cynicism about the world.
- This understandable cowardice stems from fear, obstructing meaningful engagement.
Engage With Issues
- If you think something is wrong, engage with it.
- Disengaging from politics empowers the very forces you dislike.
Stoic vs. Epicurean Political Engagement
- Stoics believe in active political engagement unless prevented.
- Epicureans only engage when necessary, highlighting a difference in philosophies.