

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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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Exploring the Erosion of Trust in Democracy and Impact of Political Events
03:05 • 4min
The Power of Misinformation and Media Bias in the Digital Age
07:35 • 2min
Democracy vs. Autocracy
09:27 • 19min
Navigating the Thin Line Between Democracy and Autocracy in Governance
28:30 • 6min
Navigating Power Dynamics in Democratic Governance
34:08 • 13min