Ady Barkan's Advocacy and Impact

The video tells the story of Ady Barkan, a lifelong activist diagnosed with ALS. Despite his illness, Ady continues to fight for healthcare reform and democracy, inspiring others to join his cause. His journey highlights the power of collective action and the importance of using one's voice, even in the face of adversity.

Who is Ady Barkan?

• A famous musician

• An activist and organizer

• A professional athlete

• A renowned chef

What life-changing diagnosis did Ady Barkan receive?

• ALS

• Heart disease

• Cancer

• Diabetes

What was one of the major challenges Ady faced after his diagnosis?

• Learning a new language

• Moving to a new city

• Dealing with his insurance company

• Finding a new job

What prompted Ady Barkan to speak out against Congress?

• Education reforms

• Environmental policies

• Changes to healthcare

• A new tax law

How did Ady Barkan make headlines?

• By winning a marathon

• By confronting a senator on an airplane

• By writing a bestselling book

• By starting a tech company

What was the main goal of the movement Ady helped start?

• To encourage technological innovation

• To support educational reforms

• To advocate for healthcare and democracy

• To promote environmental conservation

What did Ady Barkan express a willingness to give for democracy?

• All his savings

• His last breath

• His personal belongings

• His house

What does Ady Barkan say is the most precious resource we have?

• Friendship

• Knowledge

• Time on earth

• Money

How does Ady describe the paradox of his situation?

• The more he speaks, the less he is heard

• The more he writes, the less people read

• The weaker he gets, the louder he becomes

• The more he protests, the less change occurs

What does Ady Barkan say about democracy?

• It is outdated

• It is only for the privileged

• It allows us to be more than our individual selves

• It is a flawed system