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Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1726 - Is Liberal Democracy in Crisis? with Peter Biro

Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1726 - Is Liberal Democracy in Crisis? with Peter Biro

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We hold elections, elect governments and debate politics. But does that necessarily mean we have a healthy democracy?On this episode of the Brian Crombie Radio Hour, Brian welcomes Peter Biro, founder and president of Section 1, a think tank dedicated to liberal democracy, and author of the forthcoming book Imperfect Ideal: Essays on Liberal Democracy in the Real World.Together, they explore the future of liberal democracy, political accountability, freedom of expression, institutional independence and the importance of open debate.Is American Democracy Changing?Peter shares his concerns about the state of democracy in the United States under President Donald Trump, arguing that traditional checks and balances are being weakened.Brian challenges that perspective, asking whether a democratically elected president supported by Congress is simply exercising the authority voters have granted.The discussion examines executive power, independent institutions, the rule of law and whether elections alone are enough to sustain a liberal democracy.Canada: Political Power and AccountabilityTurning to Canada, Brian and Peter discuss the concentration of authority in the Prime Minister's Office, the role of Parliament and whether elected representatives have sufficient independence from party leadership.They also question whether Question Period provides meaningful government accountability or has increasingly become political theatre.Universities, Free Speech and Open DebateThe conversation explores the role of universities in encouraging intellectual curiosity, academic freedom and the exchange of competing ideas.Peter raises concerns about political activism influencing academic inquiry, while Brian examines whether society is becoming less willing to listen to opposing viewpoints or reconsider established beliefs.The Future of Liberal DemocracyFrom American politics and Canadian parliamentary accountability to university campuses, freedom of expression and political polarization, Brian and Peter examine the principles that support democratic societies.At the heart of the conversation is a fundamental question:Is democracy simply about winning elections, or does it also require tolerance, compromise, independent institutions and a willingness to listen to those with whom we disagree?
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