TED: How to spot authoritarianism — and choose democracy | Ian Bassin

The transcript discusses the importance of democratic norms and the threat posed by authoritarian movements. It highlights the role of individual choices in protecting democracy and provides historical examples of how choices have impacted democratic systems. The speaker emphasizes the need for unity and civic responsibility to counter authoritarianism and expresses hope for a more inclusive democracy.

What was the significance of the binders mentioned in the text?

How do modern authoritarian movements typically dismantle democracies?

What are the seven steps in the authoritarian playbook as described in the text?

How does the speaker suggest we can prevent the authoritarian playbook from succeeding?

What role do individual choices play in the health of a democracy according to the text?

What choices did Ruby Freeman and Shay Moss make to protect democracy?

What historical lesson is drawn from the rise of authoritarian parties in Europe between World War One and World War Two?

In what ways can citizens relate to one another to strengthen democracy?

What is the overall message the speaker conveys about the future of democracy in the USA?

What does the speaker mean by saying that democracy is about having choices?