Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams
By Crooked Media
Let's face it, sometimes the world feels broken. We can see what needs fixing, yet more and more, it feels like the problems are too big and the bad guys are winning. But the truth is, they’re not. They’re just hoping we stop fighting. Welcome to Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams, a new podcast from Crooked Media and Democratic changemaker Stacey Abrams. Stacey knows better than anyone that societal shifts happen when a group of ordinary people decide that a problem is solvable, and are willing to pitch in and work towards the solution. Each week, Stacey will break down the biggest issues we face into digestible, actionable items, introduce us to the warriors for good already working towards solutions, strategize, and share tangible ways to get involved. Because we can't fix everything, everywhere, all at once; but we can each do something, somewhere, soon. You can watch on Youtube or listen to new episodes every Tuesday.
6 episodes
All Episodes
Authoritarianism Exploits Affordability Crisis to Undermine Democracy
Authoritarianism exploits economic hardship by dismantling democracy, linking affordability to inclusion and historical truth. Defending democratic principles is essential for a just society.
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Authoritarian Consolidation Through State Violence and Propaganda
Authoritarian tactics normalize state violence and dismantle democratic institutions by mislabeling victims, spreading false narratives, and attacking diversity initiatives to consolidate executive power.
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US Intervention in Venezuela: Resource Control Over Democracy
US intervention in Venezuela prioritizes oil over democracy, signaling a dangerous shift to a "spheres of influence" strategy that echoes 19th-century imperialism.
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Defeating Authoritarianism Requires Systemic Reform and Proactive Democratic Construction
Defeating authoritarianism requires recognizing its presence, actively resisting, and proactively building superior democratic systems. Simply restoring the past is insufficient; a strategic construction of resilient institutions is paramount.
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Tech Platforms Extract Wealth by Manipulating Attention and Data
Dominant tech platforms extract wealth by manipulating attention and user data, shifting from innovation to extraction. This convenience-driven model erodes agency, enabling authoritarian control through passive acceptance.
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Authoritarian Tactics Undermine Justice, Require Active Support for Truth
Authoritarians weaponize language and events to dismantle protections, while a razor-thin majority risks further consolidation. Support local journalism to counter obfuscation and hold power accountable.
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