[Watch] A. C. Grayling: Fighting Authoritarianism, Saving Democracy

Watch preeminent philosopher A. C. Grayling discuss one of the most urgent issues of our time: the decline of democracy. Hosted by Sally Warhaft, with an introduction by Professor Cathy Greenfield.

Around the world, the foundations of democracy, freedom and civil liberties are being eroded. What can be done?

Far-right ideologies are being embraced in the open, billionaires and corporations are flagrantly interfering with elections and once liberal countries are sliding towards authoritarianism. All signs point to a profound loss of faith in our democratic ideals.

Speaking about his eye-opening new book 'For the People: Fighting Authoritarianism, Saving Democracy', beloved philosopher A. C. Grayling joined The Fifth Estate host Sally Warhaft to unpack the forces undermining democracy worldwide – from gerrymandering and partisanship to corporate interference and tainted donations – and offered bold solutions to safeguarding ourselves against the rising tide of authoritarianism.

 

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_{Originally presented on Tuesday 28 April 2026 by The Wheeler Centre in partnership with RMIT University.}