The Good Fight Yascha Answers Your Questions #2
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Apr 2, 2025 Yascha Mounk engages listeners in a lively discussion covering pressing political concerns, including AI's influence and the implications of Trump's 2024 candidacy. The conversation dives into judicial issues surrounding Marine Le Pen and stresses the importance of resisting pessimism while defending democracy. A spotlight is also on the widespread challenges of democratic backsliding, with insights from a leading scholar urging greater public engagement in the fight against authoritarianism.
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Resisting Authoritarianism
- Resist pessimism and stand up to bullies, even when difficult.
- It's crucial because that's what they want: people not standing up to them.
Limited Understanding of Democratic Backsliding
- There's a gap in research on democratic backsliding in established democracies.
- We lack clear answers on how to effectively counter authoritarian populism.
Seeking Solutions, But Acknowledging Uncertainty
- Read Larry Diamond's article for potential strategies against authoritarianism.
- While helpful, there are no definitive answers on how to handle these situations.