Who needs democracy? | Anthony Verrecchio | TEDxCIS University

Democracy, according to this TEDx talk, depends on more than casting a vote. The talk looks at how rights, freedoms, education and accountability need to work together for democracy to stay meaningful and strong. The speaker, Anthony Verrecchio, is originally from the Philadelphia area and has lived in Spain for nearly two decades. His work covers education, human rights, media and culture, and he serves as Executive Director of RFK Human Rights Spain and as a professor at CIS University. The talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event.

• Democracy as more than voting
• Rights, freedoms, education and accountability working together
• Speaker's background in education and human rights in Spain
• Given at an independently organized TEDx event

Democracy depends on more than voting. This talk explores the rights, freedoms, education and accountability that must work together for democracy to remain meaningful and strong. Originally from the Philadelphia area and based in Spain for nearly two decades, Anthony Verrecchio has dedicated his career to education, human rights, media, and culture. As Executive Director of RFK Human Rights Spain and professor at CIS University, he combines global awareness, critical thinking, and a strong belief in the power of education to inspire meaningful change. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx