Why economic inequality is the biggest threat to democracy | Sally Kohn
Summary
Writer Sally Cohn argues that authoritarianism rises not because it succeeds, but because democracy fails to deliver economic opportunity. She proposes "Democracy 3.0," which intertwines political rights with economic justice to ensure equitable outcomes for all. Cohn urges restoring voting rights, raising wages, and supporting unions to strengthen democracy against erosion.
Topics discussed
Intro: Why authoritarianism is rising
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Opening: Evolving democracy's promise
Research: Democracy's failure fuels authoritarianism
Income inequality as the root cause
Democracy 1.0 and 2.0: Power and inclusion
Democracy 3.0: Equitable economic outcomes
Practical steps: Unions, wages, and safety nets
Conclusion: Future-proofing democracy
Outro and credits
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