Understanding Democracy and Identity

The speaker shares a personal journey from childhood in Ethiopia, highlighting the impact of ethnic identity and exclusion. They emphasize the importance of democracy in creating inclusive societies and discuss the challenges it faces, such as authoritarianism. The speaker advocates for a global pro-democracy movement, stressing the need for innovation and interconnectedness to counter authoritarian strategies. They call for a collective effort to inspire and strengthen democracy worldwide.

What event disrupted the speaker's first-grade year in Ethiopia?

• A school closure

• A family relocation

• A coup d’état

• A natural disaster

What does the speaker identify as a global issue in both Ethiopia and the United States?

• Environmental conservation

• Technological advancement

• Exclusion

• Economic prosperity

What organization did the speaker found to address challenges facing democracy?

• Democracy Now

• Keseb

• Global Voices

• Freedom House

What does the speaker believe is the most compelling vision for self-governance?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Anarchy

• Oligarchy

What is the speaker's view on the current state of democracy?

• It is perfect

• It is struggling

• It is irrelevant

• It is obsolete

Which of the following is NOT identified as a driver of the democratic crisis?

• Economic change and inequality

• Opportunistic populist leaders

• Dysfunctional information ecosystems

• Rapid technological advancement

What is the 'Authoritarian Playbook' known for?

• Supporting environmental policies

• Encouraging global trade

• Undermining institutions

• Promoting democratic values

What is a key component of the authoritarian playbook according to the speaker?

• Supporting education

• Demonizing others

• Encouraging innovation

• Promoting unity

What historical example does the speaker use to illustrate innovation for liberation?

• The Renaissance

• The French Revolution

• The US civil rights movement

• The Industrial Revolution

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for a global pro-democracy movement?

• Interconnectedness

• Isolationism

• Economic sanctions

• Military intervention