TED: In praise of conflict | Jonathan Marks

The speaker, a former barrister and human rights lawyer, discusses the complexities of conflict and compromise in both public and private sectors. Through personal anecdotes and case studies, the speaker highlights the importance of conflict in government and industry, emphasizing the need for governments to protect the common good. The talk critiques collaborations between governments and industries, particularly when they compromise public health and environmental sustainability. The speaker calls for governments to engage in conflict when necessary to uphold public interests.

What does the speaker imply about the relationship between individual behavior and corporate responsibility in addressing obesity?

What systemic problem does the speaker highlight regarding the legal and regulatory system?

In what ways does the speaker suggest that conflict can be beneficial?

How does the speaker view the role of governments in relation to public health and the environment?