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Why Pluralism Matters: Rachel Kleinfeld at the 2024 Obama Foundation Democracy Forum

Rachel Kleinfeld speaks on the importance of pluralism at the 2024 Obama Foundation Democracy Forum.

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By Rachel Kleinfeld
Published on December 6, 2024

Rachel Kleinfeld, a senior fellow in the Democracy, Conflict, and Governance Program, speaks at the 2024 Obama Foundation Democracy Forum.

History shows two common responses to diversity: the creation of hierarchy and repression. Kleinfeld highlights pluralism as a third option—an alternative path that embraces equality and cooperation to strengthen our societies and cultivate a better world.

Carnegie does not take institutional positions on public policy issues; the views represented herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Carnegie, its staff, or its trustees.

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