The Intelligence from The Economist Menace to democracy: The January 6th hearings
Jun 17, 2022
Idris Kaloun, The Economist's Washington correspondent, analyzes the alarming revelations from the January 6th hearings and the pressure on Mike Pence regarding the 2020 election aftermath. Tim Cross, the technology editor, engages in a thought-provoking discussion on AI's potential for sentience, questioning how we might recognize it if it occurs. They further examine the ineffectiveness of internet shutdowns to curb cheating in academia, highlighting the broader implications for democracy and education.
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Pressure on Pence
- The January 6th committee detailed pressure on Mike Pence to overturn the election.
- This pressure, orchestrated by Trump, posed a threat to democracy.
Trump's Public Statements
- Trump publicly tweeted that Pence should overturn the election, demonstrating his intentions.
- Despite advisors claiming fraud accusations were baseless, Trump persisted.
Heroes and Villains
- Pence emerges as a hero for refusing to overturn the election, upholding democratic principles.
- Eastman is portrayed as a villain for his unusual legal theory enabling autocracy.