Can democracy exist without trust? - Ivan Krastev
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Five great revolutions have shaped political culture over the past 50 years, says theorist Ivan Krastev. He shows how each step forward — from the cultural revolution of the '60s to recent revelations in the field of neuroscience — has also helped erode trust in the tools of democracy. As he says, "What went right is also what went wrong." Can democracy survive?
What are the implications of political consultants utilizing brain science techniques, as mentioned by the speaker?
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