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Moore Butts Conversation #15. Democracy versus Autocracy
Apr 23, 2024
Former Conservative cabinet minister James Moore and former Trudeau principal secretary Gerald Butts discuss the differences between democracy and autocracy, exploring the erosion of trust in democracy, the power of misinformation in the digital age, and the challenges faced by democracies in maintaining freedom and citizen participation against authoritarian tendencies.
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- Populist politicians target national institutions, fueling doubts about democracy's efficacy.
- Democracies must balance power and accountability to avoid sliding into autocracy.
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The Decline of Faith in National Institutions in Democratic Countries
People are losing faith in national institutions in democratic countries globally. Populist politicians target institutions like central banks, leading to doubts about the efficacy of democracy. The erosion of trust accelerates during challenging times, creating a perception that democracy may not be delivering effectively.
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