Sasha Nauta, The Economist's public policy editor, sheds light on the complexities surrounding Harvey Weinstein's sentencing and its implications for the #MeToo movement. Brooke Unger, the Americas editor, discusses Guyana's pivotal election and the challenges of managing its newfound oil wealth amidst political turmoil. They tackle the nuances of societal change beyond the media spotlight and delve into how nations can balance security with urban aesthetics amidst rising anti-terror architecture concerns.
The disgraced producer’s conviction may seem a clear-cut win for the #MeToo movement, but it’s as yet uncertain just how much will change outside the media spotlight. Today’s verdict on Guyana’s election result will be crucial in determining how a coming flood of oil wealth will be managed. And “anti-terror architecture” is proliferating—but must it all be ugly? For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/radiooffer