Is Democracy Failing? Should We Limit Voting Rights? Jason Brennan, Author of Against Democracy

Does democracy actually work the way we think it does?In this episode, I speak with political philosopher Jason Brennan, author of Against Democracy, about the fundamental flaw he sees in modern democratic systems: voters have almost no incentive to become informed.We discuss alternatives to democracy, such as epistocracy, the rule of the knowledgeable. But we also talk about the concepts of rational ignorance, tribal politics, democratic backsliding, and the potential of technology.Level With Me explores polarizing topics shaping modern life in Europe through nuanced conversations that encourage critical thinking.