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BI Article
Rachel Kleinfeld's "Five Strategies to Support U.S. Democracy"
US democracy is failing. Each moment deepens the polarization that makes its problems harder to fix. As Americans, we must start now, at scale, strategically, with a broad, cross-party coalition to save our democracy.
Colleague Activities
ACTIVATING KEY PILLARS: Combatting Authoritarianism to Uphold Democracy in the United States
A description of how key institutional pillars, notably business, faith, and media, can incentivize pro-democratic behavior and discourage authoritarian behavior at the state and federal levels.
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Collaborating Across Differences to Reduce Authoritarianism: A Literature Review
A literature review exploring the question: What are the practices that support groups that come together to collaborate across differences to reduce authoritarianism?
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Can nonviolent struggle defeat a dictator? This database emphatically says yes
The Global Nonviolent Action Database details some 40 cases of mass movements overcoming tyrants through strategic nonviolent campaigns.
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So You're Worried About Autocracy
Eve Sneider and Jonathan Stray reflect on what we should do now if we are worried about autocracy. You can fight a politician but not your fellow citizens, they say.
News and Opinion
Standing Up to Donald Trump's Fear Tactics
Much of President Trump's power stems from his ability to threaten and intimidate anyone who might stand in the way of his plans. This article explores ways of resisting such pressures.