domain | democracyjournal.org |
summary | Mark Schmitt's article, "Arguments Think Tanks in an Authoritarian Moment" published on July 16, 2025, explores the role of think tanks during times of political authoritarianism. The piece delves into how ideas compete with wars on knowledge, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and independent analysis amidst such challenges. Schmitt's argument suggests that think tanks can play a crucial role in fostering healthy debate and promoting evidence-based decision-making, even under oppressive regimes.
Conversely, the article touches upon another topic—the Democrats' stance on immigration. It poses the question of how the party can advance its position effectively when faced with a contentious issue, and briefly discusses an ongoing internal debate surrounding this matter. While not directly related to think tanks or authoritarianism, these two sections highlight the dual challenges that political parties face in today's complex landscape, requiring thoughtful consideration of diverse perspectives for navigating contentious issues like immigration and upholding democratic values amidst potential authoritarian pressures. |
title | Democracy Journal | A Journal of Ideas |
description | Democracy Journal | A Journal of Ideas |
keywords | read, summer, book, ideas, contents, features, democracy, reviews, arguments, issue, magazine, sign, table, journal, blog, alcove, little |
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nslookup | A 104.199.118.194 |
created | 2024-10-13 |
updated | 2025-08-20 |
summarized | 2025-10-07 |
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