Cornel West: US faces moral collapse and democratic decay

American philosopher and activist Cornel West criticizes the moral collapse and leadership crisis in the US, highlighting democratic decay and spiritual bankruptcy. West argues that both major parties prioritize entrenched power over addressing inequality and war crimes, questioning whether love and justice can drive meaningful political resistance. From his involvement in the Black freedom struggle to his 2024 presidential run, West challenges the status quo and calls for a return to values of dignity and justice in the face of systemic challenges at home and abroad.

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