The video is likely correct that an uninformed populace can cause democracies to fail. I've often argued that we need stronger civic education and a better understanding of the American founding.
History offers many examples of democracies deteriorating into tyranny; in fact, that pattern seems to be a common long-term outcome. In that sense, the video is justified in sounding an alarm.
However, it does come across as somewhat arrogant.
I've always liked the idea that democracy is a substitute for war. No matter how uninformed some people may be, a democratic system gives a voice to those who are downtrodden or who have legitimate grievances.
At the same time, I see significant danger from the far left. My conversations with activists in that sphere lead me to believe that they often prioritize power above all else. They may think that such power will benefit "the people," but historically, concentrated power tends to accumulate in the hands of an authoritarian instead. "Power to the people" is usually a lie.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NIlhN81vMA
History offers many examples of democracies deteriorating into tyranny; in fact, that pattern seems to be a common long-term outcome. In that sense, the video is justified in sounding an alarm.
However, it does come across as somewhat arrogant.
I've always liked the idea that democracy is a substitute for war. No matter how uninformed some people may be, a democratic system gives a voice to those who are downtrodden or who have legitimate grievances.
At the same time, I see significant danger from the far left. My conversations with activists in that sphere lead me to believe that they often prioritize power above all else. They may think that such power will benefit "the people," but historically, concentrated power tends to accumulate in the hands of an authoritarian instead. "Power to the people" is usually a lie.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NIlhN81vMA
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