Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
The John Adams institute presented one of the brightest minds in American political thought today: the refreshingly outspoken German-American political scientist Yascha Mounk. He joined us on April 10th to discuss his new, long-awaited book 'The Great Experiment: Why Diverse Democracies Fall Apart And How They Can Endure.'
In this new book, Yascha Mounk explores the complex relationship between liberal democracy and ethnic diversity. Most democracies are either homogenous in their demographic makeup or suffer from racial and ethnic tensions. In his captivating and intelligent style, Mounk describes these problems and offers his solutions for the future. His strong belief in the value of diversity in a liberal democracy is both well-substantiated and inspiring.
(this is an audio recording)
The John Adams institute presented one of the brightest minds in American political thought today: the refreshingly outspoken German-American political scientist Yascha Mounk. He joined us on April 10th to discuss his new, long-awaited book 'The Great Experiment: Why Diverse Democracies Fall Apart And How They Can Endure.'
In this new book, Yascha Mounk explores the complex relationship between liberal democracy and ethnic diversity. Most democracies are either homogenous in their demographic makeup or suffer from racial and ethnic tensions. In his captivating and intelligent style, Mounk describes these problems and offers his solutions for the future. His strong belief in the value of diversity in a liberal democracy is both well-substantiated and inspiring.
(this is an audio recording)
