Best Federalist 2.0 Podcasts (2024)

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Federalist Paper #20: The Insufficiency of the Present Confederation to Preserve the Union 8:04

2d ago8:04

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Federalist Paper No. 20, authored by James Madison and Alexander Hamilton, critiques the weak governance structure of the United Netherlands to highlight the flaws in the Articles of Confederation. The paper argues that the Dutch confederation’s lack of centralized authority led to frequent internal conflicts and an inability to effectively respond…

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Anti Federalist: Who Were the Anti-Federalists Anyway? 13:34

6h ago13:34

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The Anti-Federalists were a diverse group who opposed the 1787 Constitution, fearing it concentrated too much power in a centralized government. Despite being labeled "anti-American," their commitment to individual liberties and skepticism of government overreach led to the adoption of the Bill of Rights. Their key concerns included the absence of …

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Federalist Paper #21: Other Defects of the Present Confederation 11:36

19h ago11:36

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Federalist Paper No. 21, authored by Alexander Hamilton, critiques the Articles of Confederation, highlighting key deficiencies: the lack of federal enforcement power, unreliable national finances, and inconsistent national defense. Hamilton argues that without direct authority, the federal government cannot enforce laws effectively, leading to cha…

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Federalist Paper #22: The Necessity of a Government as Energetic as the One Proposed to the Preservation of the Union 9:45

19h ago9:45

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Federalist Paper #22, written by Alexander Hamilton, addresses the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, emphasizing the need for a stronger central government. He highlights issues such as the lack of a unified national defense, inadequate regulation of commerce, and the inability to enforce laws uniformly across states. Hamilton argues tha…

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Federalist Paper #16 - The Importance of a Strong Central Government 10:14

6d ago10:14

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Federalist Paper #16, authored by Alexander Hamilton, advocates for the ratification of the United States Constitution by highlighting the critical weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. Hamilton argues that the current system's inability to enforce laws directly on individuals leads to ineffective governance and potential conflicts among sta…

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Federalist Paper #17: The Limits of Federal Authority and the Preservation of State Power 9:17

2d ago9:17

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Federalist Paper #17 by Alexander Hamilton assures that the proposed Constitution does not threaten state sovereignty. Hamilton argues that the federal government's focus on national issues like defense and commerce, coupled with the strong attachment people have to their local governments, will prevent federal overreach into state affairs. He emph…

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Federalist Paper #18: Lessons from Ancient Confederacies 9:43

5d ago9:43

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Federalist Paper #18, co-authored by Alexander Hamilton and James Madison, examines the failures of ancient confederacies such as the Amphictyonic Council and the Achaean League to argue for a stronger union under the proposed U.S. Constitution. These historical leagues suffered from weak central authority, internal strife, and susceptibility to ma…

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Federalist Paper #19: The Imperative of a Strong Central Government 9:34

2d ago9:34

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Federalist Paper #19, authored by James Madison, argues for the necessity of a strong central government to ensure stability, security, and effective governance in the United States. Madison examines the failures of historical confederacies, such as the Holy Roman Empire and the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, to illustrate the dangers of weak cent…

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Anti Federalist Paper Brutus No. 1: The Dangers of a Powerful Central Government 12:11

2d ago12:11

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Anti-Federalist Paper Brutus No. 1, likely written by Robert Yates, argues against the ratification of the proposed U.S. Constitution. Brutus fears that the Constitution grants too much power to the federal government, risking the erosion of state sovereignty and individual liberties. He contends that a large republic would struggle to adequately r…

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Federalist Paper #14 - Objections to the Proposed Constitution From Extent of Territory Answered 9:47

3d ago9:47

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In this episode of "Making a Great America," Charlie Jett explores Federalist Paper No. 14, where James Madison argues for the viability and benefits of a large republic. Madison addresses concerns about the nation's vast size, emphasizing that a system of representation and advancements in infrastructure and communication make effective governance…

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Federalist Paper #15 - The Insufficiency of the Present Confederation to Preserve the Union 15:27

7d ago15:27

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In this episode of "Making a Great America," Charlie Jett explores Federalist Paper No. 15, where Alexander Hamilton critiques the Articles of Confederation and argues for a stronger central government. Hamilton highlights the failures of the Articles in enforcing laws, regulating commerce, and raising revenue, emphasizing the need for a government…

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Federalist Paper #13 - Advantage of the Union in Respect to Economy in Government 9:06

7d ago9:06

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In Federalist Paper No. 13, Alexander Hamilton presents a detailed and compelling case for the economic advantages of a unified government. He argues that a single, consolidated government can reduce administrative costs, manage resources more efficiently, maintain a cost-effective defense, simplify governance, and prevent inter-state economic conf…

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Federalist Paper #12 - The Utility of the Union in Respect to Revenue 9:42

8d ago9:42

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Federalist Paper No. 12, written by Alexander Hamilton, argues for the importance of a unified government in efficiently collecting revenue, essential for the nation’s stability and growth. Hamilton emphasizes that a strong federal system enhances tax collection, supports economic growth, and prevents tax evasion and smuggling. He highlights that c…

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Federalist Paper #11: The Utility of the Union in Respect to Commercial Relations and the Navy 7:48

5d ago7:48

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Federalist Paper No. 11, written by Alexander Hamilton, argues for the economic and military advantages of a united America. Hamilton emphasizes that a unified government can enhance America's global commercial influence, negotiate better trade terms, and develop a powerful navy to protect national interests. He highlights the benefits of free inte…

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Federalist Paper #10: The Utility of the Union as a Safeguard Against Domestic Faction and Insurrection 22:53

5d ago22:53

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Federalist Paper No. 10, authored by James Madison, addresses the dangers of factionalism and argues for a large republic to mitigate its effects. Madison defines factions as groups of citizens with interests contrary to the rights of others or the interests of the whole community. He asserts that a large republic can better control factions becaus…

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Federalist Paper #9: The Strength of Unity - Ensuring Stability in a Diverse Republic 15:54

8d ago15:54

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Federalist Paper #9, written by Alexander Hamilton, argues for the benefits of a strong union as a means to ensure domestic tranquility and prevent factions and insurrections. He references historical examples, such as the confederacies of ancient Greece and modern Europe, which failed due to internal conflicts. Hamilton asserts that a well-constru…

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Federalist Paper #8: Guardians of Liberty - A Vision for Military Power in a Republic 17:58

8d ago17:58

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Federalist Paper #8 articulates Alexander Hamilton’s nuanced views on military policy and the imperative of maintaining a vigilant yet restrained approach to the use of armed forces in a republican government. His arguments provide valuable insights into the Founders’ concerns about balancing national security with the preservation of liberty, a ba…

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Federalist Paper #7: Strengthening America's Economic and National Security 16:28

8d ago16:28

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In Federalist Paper #7, Hamilton passionately champions a powerful federal government as essential for America's prosperity and security. He vividly portrays the chaos of states grappling with trade barriers and regulatory clashes under the Articles of Confederation, stifling economic potential. Hamilton's vision extends beyond commerce; he envisio…

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Federalist Paper #6: Safeguarding Unity for National Defense and Prosperity 15:03

9d ago15:03

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Alexander Hamilton, in Federalist Paper #6, argues for a strong federal government to prevent conflicts among the states and ensure national stability. He uses historical examples to show that states, even republics, are prone to rivalry and war. Hamilton emphasizes the role of human nature and economic competition in driving states towards conflic…

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Federalist Peper #3 - John Jay Argues For the Necessity of Union to Avoid Conflicts 13:23

11d ago13:23

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In Federalist Paper No. 3, John Jay argues that a strong, unified federal government is essential for national security and peace. He asserts that a single government will be more effective in avoiding wars and conflicts with foreign nations and between states. Jay emphasizes that a united America can better uphold treaties and international laws, …

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Federalist Paper #5: John Jay Offers a Vision for Union and Security 16:05

9d ago16:05

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In Federalist Paper #5, John Jay emphasizes the necessity of a strong federal union for defense against external threats, economic prosperity through improved trade relations, and maintenance of domestic peace. He argues that a divided nation would be vulnerable to foreign interference and conquest, highlighting historical examples to underscore th…

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Federalist Paper #4 - John Jay Argues for Strengthening the Union for National Security 12:14

9d ago12:14

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In Federalist Paper No. 4, John Jay argues that a strong, unified federal government is crucial for national defense and foreign policy. He asserts that a single government can better protect the nation from foreign threats and aggressions compared to separate, individual states. Jay highlights that a united America will be more respected and capab…

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Federalist Paper #2 - John Jay Argues the Case for Unity and Strong Government 16:19

10d ago16:19

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In Federalist Paper No. 2, John Jay argues for the necessity of a strong, unified government under the proposed U.S. Constitution. He emphasizes the shared heritage, values, and interests of the American people, advocating for a federal government capable of ensuring national security, managing conflicts, and promoting the common good. Jay critique…

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Federalist Paper #1 - Alexander Hamilton Sets the Stage 12:10

9d ago12:10

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In Federalist Paper No. 1, Alexander Hamilton introduces the series of essays advocating for the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. He emphasizes the significance of a strong, unified federal government for national stability and prosperity. Hamilton outlines the inadequacies of the Articles of Confederation and addresses the critical decision …

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Making a Great America - Introduction to the Series 25:47

9d ago25:47

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Welcome to the Introductory Episode of the Making a Great America Podcast Hello and welcome to the Making a Great America podcast! This is our very first episode, and we're thrilled to have you with us on this journey. What is This Podcast All About? Making a Great America is dedicated to exploring the visionary ideals of the Founding Fathers and t…

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25. Pathways to World Federation 25:59

2y ago25:59

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The pathways: to democratize the UN, set up new institutions and strengthen regional unions. But most exciting is the ‘Great Convergence’ of movements who realize it’s instrumental for their cause. Here’s how to get involved!By Oded Gilad

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24. The Way to a World Parliament 25:06

2y ago25:06

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A parliament of humanity should be at the core of democratic global governance, the place where representatives of the world’s people can decide on global issues. Learn about the Campaign for a United Nations Parliament Assembly (UNPA), Citizens Assemblies, and global democracy.By Oded Gilad

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23. From Global Oligarchy to Global Democracy 19:34

2y ago19:34

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When European empires fell the colonies seemed to get independence, but they actually became tied into a system of post-colonial domination. Real liberation will only come with global democracy.By Oded Gilad

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22. Real World Citizenship 16:22

2y ago16:22

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What does it mean to be a global citizen? Imagine a world without borders, in which everyone has real human rights and a world passport, and there are democratic global elections and perhaps even a global welfare state.By Oded Gilad

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21. Domesticating the International System 20:07

2y ago20:07

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Most people don’t think about the great divide between domestic politics and international politics, but we have to close it to bring about justice, democracy and peace.By Oded Gilad

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20. Localism or Globalism? 6:20

2y ago6:20

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Small-scale eco-communities can’t really solve the world’s problems. In our reality of shared global social and ecological systems, we also need a shared global democracy so we can really live in justice, equality and sustainability.By Oded Gilad

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19. Debunking the Objections to Global Democracy 35:05

2y ago35:05

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There are many doubts and misconceptions about the idea, that can be dispelled by a close observation. On the way, we take apart some of the great lies that the current world order is built on.By Oded Gilad

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18. The History of the World Federalist Movement 38:23

2y ago38:23

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From the Montreux Congress to the Coalition for the International Criminal Court and beyond, learn about the ideas and campaigns of WFM, the leading international organisation working towards peace, justice and world unity.By Oded Gilad

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17. Hideki Yukawa: World Peace through World Federation 32:30

2y ago32:30

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Learn about this leading Japanese scientist’s work through the Pugwash Conferences and the World Federalist Movement to persuade countries to renounce war, as Japan had done in its Article 9 of the Constitution.By Oded Gilad

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16. Kwame Nkrumah: World Federalism instead of Neo-Colonialism 24:31

2y ago24:31

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Hear how the first President of Ghana sought to unite Africa in a Pan-African Federation, while his colleague Komla Agbeli Gbedemah worked for world federation through the World Movement for Federal World Government and the nascent United Nations.By Oded Gilad

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15. Josue de Castro: World Federation to End World Hunger 35:14

2y ago35:14

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Learn how this Brazilian activist struggled to turn the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) into a global body that would end world hunger. And how, like his colleague John Boyd Orr, he realised that only a supra-national world government could achieve that.By Oded Gilad

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14. Jawahlarlal Nehru: An Anti-Imperialist’s Quest for One World 23:35

2y ago23:35

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Hear how India’s first Prime Minister sought to unite the post-colonial world into a democratic, socialist world federation, or ‘One World’, to bring about peace, equality and justice.By Oded Gilad

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13. Albert Einstein: A Vision of a Unified World 19:25

2y ago19:25

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Einstein’s life story led him to the kind of cosmopolitanism that has no illusions about human nature. Especially today, as we cluelessly face global problems, it’s worth listening again to his clear call to establish a democratic federal government above the nation-states to really bring about peace and justice.…

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12. Rosika Schwimmer: A Feminist’s Struggle for World Citizenship 34:34

2y ago34:34

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Hear how a leading women’s rights campaigner and peace activist came to realise that a democratic world government with a world parliament and world constitution are needed to really ensure the rights of all women, minorities and stateless people.By Oded Gilad

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11. Migration and Refugees 12:53

2y ago12:53

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Borders can’t solve the root causes of immigration such as poverty and persecutions. All the international organizations, agencies and ‘compacts’ only make it look as if something is being done, but to truly deal with these root causes we need global democracy.By Oded Gilad

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10. A Real Solution to Global Economic Inequality 20:12

2y ago20:12

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How can we really reduce the rates of poverty and inequality that have soared since the 1980s? While the international system allows the world’s elite and corporations to evade taxes, and all the charity industry and ‘development goals’ are but a distraction, what we really need to bring about justice and equality is a democratic world government.…

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9. The Real Climate Solution 18:25

2y ago18:25

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What kind of ‘system change’ is needed to seriously cope with the climate crisis? To prevent the strong from polluting freely, we need nothing short of replacing the dysfunctional international system with a democratic federal framework for the world.By Oded Gilad

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8. How to Make Human Rights Real? 12:08

2y ago12:08

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Why can't the Universal Declaration, the international treaties, the UN agencies and even the ICC provide us with real human rights? And what kind of democratic mechanism is needed to make them real?By Oded Gilad

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7. Global Apartheid or Democracy 12:37

2y ago12:37

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Like the Apartheid of South Africa, the international system divides humanity to ‘Bantustans’ of the nation-states, while the global market allows the world’s elite to exploit the majority. The alternative is Global democracy.By Oded Gilad

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6. What is Global Governance? 17:05

2y ago17:05

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Who governs the world, and how? Learn about international organisations like the United Nations, World Bank, G20. Find out about multi-stakeholder networks and how badly they dealt with COVID through COVAX. Grasp the problems of ISDS. See how undemocratic our world is!By Oded Gilad

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5. Love is All You Need, Or is it? 7:22

2y ago7:22

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While Lennon’s ‘Imagine’ is surely beautiful, the hard truth is that love and solidarity are really not sufficient for world peace. A Democratic government is a necessary condition for peace and justice, and it can and should be achieved globally.By Oded Gilad

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4. Is Globalisation the Problem? 13:15

2y ago13:15

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The Anti-Globalisation Movement and the World Social Forum believed ‘another world is possible’ and wanted ‘globalization from below’. Right-wing populists want de-globalisation. Learn why democratic globalism is the best option.By Oded Gilad

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3. Federalism and World Federalism 15:55

2y ago15:55

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Should a vision of global democracy be based on a model of a federation or a confederation? Learn about the great differences between the two, and why it’s world federalism that could better balance global diversity and unity.By Dena Freeman

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2. A Democratic World is Possible 14:33

2y ago14:33

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Global Democracy Q&A: Why make democracy global if even nationally it fails? What about starting from below? And the UN? And how to prevent concentration of power?By Oded Gilad

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1. The History and Future of Democracy 17:36

2y ago17:36

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Popular struggles in the 19th century led to national level democracies with more equality and justice. Imagine what a similar struggle on the global level could do in the 21st century.By Oded Gilad

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