Why disagreement is the essential fuel for a functioning democracy

Bret Stephens and Yordanos Eyoel: Democracy requires disagreement. Here's how to do it better · 16:45 · Video: TED · Watch at the source

In short: As authoritarianism threatens global institutions, many are questioning if democracy remains our best political system. This conversation explores why democracy remains our strongest hope and how effective disagreement can strengthen modern societies.

Writer Bret Stephens and social entrepreneur Yordanos Eyoel examine the rising challenges facing democratic institutions worldwide. They argue that rather than abandoning the system, we must refine how we handle conflict. By learning to disagree more effectively, citizens can bolster the resilience of their societies against authoritarianism.

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