Democracy Speakers

Foundations of Democracy: Wisdom Shared by Experts on Democracy & the Democratic Process

List of Democracy Speakers

Embark on a journey into the heart of democratic principles and civic engagement with these keynote speakers on democracy. These governmental experts are an inspiring collection of advocates, scholars, and leaders dedicated to the ideals of justice, equality, and participatory governance. These speakers bring a wealth of expertise, sharing insights into the foundations of democracy, the challenges it faces, and the paths toward a more inclusive and robust civic society. Delve into discussions on civic education, the importance of informed citizenship, and strategies for strengthening democratic institutions. From political leaders to constitutional scholars, these speakers illuminate the vital role each individual plays in upholding the pillars of democracy.

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Jon Meacham
(3 ratings)

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Presidential Historian; Author of "American Lion," "And There Was Light," & "The Soul of America"

Dr. Carolyn Jefferson-Jenkins
(2 ratings)

Educator, Writer & Activist; First Woman of Color Elected President of the League of Women Voters

David French
(8 ratings)

Columnist for The New York Times & Bestselling Author of "Rise of ISIS"; Former Constitutional Litigator & Past President of the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education

Francis Fukuyama
(1 rating)

Global Expert on Democratization & Global Political Economy; Professor; Olivier Nomellini Senior Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies at Stanford University

Nina Schick

Author, Advisor & Expert on AI, Geopolitics & Power

Jackie Biskupski
(2 ratings)

Former Mayor of Salt Lake City; Co-Founder, Global Leaders Scholarship Fund; LGBTQ Equality & Female Leadership Advocate

Pete Buttigieg

19th United States Secretary of Transportation & Former Naval Officer; 32nd Mayor of South Bend, Indiana & Former 2020 Presidential Candidate

Maria A. Ressa
(4 ratings)

Co-Founder & CEO of Rappler; Journalist, Author & Freedom Advocate; 2021 Nobel Peace Prize Winner

Audrey Tang
(4 ratings)

Former Digital Minister of Taiwan; Free Software Programmer

Jessica Tarlov
(2 ratings)

Co-host of "The Five" on FOX News; SVP of Research & Consumer Insight at Bustle Digital Group

Josep Colomer

Political Scientist & Economist; Professor at Georgetown University

Desmond Meade
(1 rating)

Executive Director of the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition & Chair of Floridians for a Fair Democracy; Voting Rights Activist

Fawzia Koofi

First Woman Deputy Speaker of Parliament & International Advocate for Women's Rights

Beto O'Rourke

Former 2020 Presidential Democratic Candidate; Former U.S. Representative for the 16th Congressional District of Texas

India Walton
(1 rating)

Senior Advisor for NY Working Families Party, Candidate for Mayor of Buffalo, Community Organizer & Community Land Trust Practitioner

Latanya Sweeney

Professor & Founder of the Public Interest Technology Lab at Harvard University

Larry Diamond
(1 rating)

Global Democracy Expert, Scholar & Author; Senior Fellow & Professor at Stanford University; Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institute

Cenk Uygur

Turkish-American Political Commentator, CEO & Founder of TYT Network

Glenn Greenwald

Former Constitutional Lawyer; Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist; Political Commentator & Bestselling Author

Ross Douthat

New York Times Op-Ed Columnist; Author; Podcast Host of "Matter of Opinion"; Political & Religious Culture Critic