A few weeks ago at the World Movement for Democracy, Larry Diamond, author of the Spirit of Democracy, sat down with our executive director John Sullivan to talk about his new book and “the struggle to build free societies around the world.” You can watch the interview on CIPE’s YouTube channel.
In part 1, Diamond talks about the meaning of democracy and whether it is for everyone or if it has cultural and other limitations. Is it for everyone? A hint – Diamond thinks that democracy is possible in China within a generation.
[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qIQPLO4Slw]
In part 2, the discussion goes into the current state of democracy in Africa, including the recent crisis in Kenya and the ongoing conflict in Zimbabwe.
[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCeyHux4eWU]
Finally, in part 3, Diamond talks about democracy backlash in countries around the world and explores possibilities that will strengthen democracy globally.
[youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZsjO8DEPdtE]
You should still buy the book, but the interview will give you a good synopsis of what’s to expect.
Published Date: May 19, 2008