In this podcast episode, Harvard lecturer Yasha Monk addresses the concerning decline of faith in democracy, especially among young people. Using findings from the World Values Survey, the discussion highlights a worrisome shift towards authoritarian preferences in both the US and Europe. The hosts then turn their attention to possible solutions, focusing on Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) as a viable alternative. They draw on examples from Ireland’s electoral system and real-life cases in San Francisco and Minneapolis. Ultimately, the episode serves as a vital reminder of the challenges facing modern democracy and the innovations needed, particularly with Maine set to adopt RCV at the federal level.
