This podcast episode explores the rise of authoritarianism and the role of business leaders in protecting and preserving democracy. The speakers highlight the urgency of the situation by sharing personal experiences and insights, such as witnessing the erosion of democracy in Turkey and the Capitol riot in the US. They argue that business leaders, especially Gen Xers who lead the majority of companies, have a responsibility to take action. The episode also introduces the Leadership Now Project, a nonpartisan organization founded to bring business leaders together to support democracy. The project focuses on concrete actions to protect elections, support democratic leaders, and oppose laws that undermine democratic principles. It emphasizes the importance of business leaders taking a stand to protect democracy and provides specific actions they can take. The episode concludes with a call to action, emphasizing the urgency of the situation and the role business leaders can play in saving democracy.
