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A collection of TED Talks (and more) on the topic of Politics.

Video playlists about Politics

TED Explains the World with Ian Bremmer

TED Explains the World with Ian Bremmer dives into complex geopolitical issues to explore what really matters in the critical news stories of the day.

TED Explains the World with Ian Bremmer

TED Explains the World with Ian Bremmer dives into complex geopolitical issues to explore what really matters in the critical news stories of the day. This special series — a partnership with political scientist Ian Bremmer, president and founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media — takes us behind the scenes of global affairs to offer a more comprehensive understanding of the news than soundbites could ever offer.

The Butterfly Effect: Talks from the TEDinArabic Summit

In March 2023, 17 speakers from across the world gathered in Doha for the inaugural TEDinArabic Summit. From climate change and politics to sports and fashion, enjoy this sweeping selection of talks.

The most popular TED Talks of 2022

What ideas intrigued and inspired the world this year? These TED Talks spread the quickest in 2022.

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Talks about Politics

Heni Ozi Cukier

Are we heading toward World War III?

Bradley Tusk

Why you should be able to vote on your phone

Nada Majdalani

An unexpected plan for peace in the Middle East

Greg Lukianoff

Let's get real about free speech

Ian Bremmer

The US bombed Iran. Now what?

Ian Bremmer

Why Ukraine's drone attack on Russia changes war forever

Lei Cheng

Beyond the Talk: Lei Cheng in conversation with Elise Hu

Angus Hervey

Is this the time of monsters — or miracles?

Mostafa Minawi

What caused the fall of one of the most influential empires in history?

Ian Bremmer

Where in the world is Trump taking us?

Carole Cadwalladr and Chris Anderson

Can big tech and privacy coexist?

Marc Bamuthi Joseph and Wendy Whelan

The role of art and forgiveness in democracy

Carole Cadwalladr

This is what a digital coup looks like

Cindy Kam

How disgust drives your politics

Ian Bremmer

Trump, Europe, Ukraine and the uncertain world order

Anathea Chino

The power shift US politics needs

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Exclusive articles about Politics

Gallery: 12 colorful posters to inspire you to turn out and vote

Haven't voted yet? Or still trying to persuade family and friends to go? Let these bold images motivate you to be counted.

Posted Oct 2020

How to listen — really listen — to someone you don’t agree with

Listening may not be the most exciting part of conversation, but it's essential if you want to have a meaningful exchange with another person. Psychologist Tania Israel shares the 3 basic skills that go into active listening.

Posted Oct 2020

Dear Guy: “My family members keep posting angry political memes on social media!”

This week, psychologist Guy Winch helps a reader who is dealing with family members who are expressing political negativity on social media.

Posted Feb 2020