The Impact of Unseen and Dispirited Society on Democracy

Unseen and unrecognized individuals in a society often feel a sense of injustice, leading to periods of meanness and social breakdown. This can be reflected in statistics such as increased hate crimes, gun violence, and school indiscipline. The speaker emphasizes that a healthy democracy cannot exist in a sick and rotten society. The lack of recognition and trust in society opens up opportunities for demagogues to exploit the isolated and dispirited population. The concept of 'politics of recognition' is discussed in relation to the desire for acknowledgment and visibility in society.