Ivan Krastev
Political Scientist | Geopolitics & Democracy
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Ivan Krastev is a renowned political scientist and Chair of the Centre for Liberal Strategies in Sofia, Bulgaria. He is a permanent fellow at the Institute for Human Sciences in Vienna and a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times.
Krastev's insightful analysis on the global rise of populism and the future of democracy has garnered him widespread acclaim. His TED Talks have reached millions, offering audiences a nuanced understanding of the social and political forces shaping our world.
Krastev's keynotes provide unique and thought-provoking perspectives on the complex challenges facing leaders and citizens alike.
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Can democracy exist without trust?
It seems the more we know about how democracy works -- through government transparency, better media coverage, even new insights about our brains -- the less we trust democracy itself. Yet it's still, arguably, the best system of government available. As Ivan Krastev says, "What went right is also what went wrong." Can democracy survive?
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TED 2012 | 2012 | 🇺🇸Long Beach, United States |
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