Yuval Noah Harari

Paying people not to work will only increase inequality and rancor. [...] If universal basic income is aimed to improve the objective conditions of the average person in 2050, it has a fair chance of succeeding. But if it is aimed to make people subjectively more satisfied with their lot in order to prevent social discontent, it is likely to fail. (source)

As a historian, I believe that policies have a far-reaching impact on society's structure and future. While character matters, it is the policies that determine the concrete changes in our lives. Understanding the historical consequences of political decisions should guide us to prioritize policies when choosing politicians.

I believe that democratic institutions need to be reformed to better handle the modern challenges of rising anger, misinformation, and violence. In the digital age, misinformation spreads rapidly, often exacerbating social divisions and unrest. Traditional democratic frameworks, designed in a pre-digital era, are struggling to keep pace with these developments. It is essential to update our political systems, ensuring they are resilient and capable of maintaining social cohesion. We must emphasize digital literacy, reinforce fact-based dialogue, and implement measures to safeguard the integrity of information online.