John Lithgow reads Timothy Snyder’s “20 Lessons on Tyranny,” breaking down how democracies erode and what ordinary people can do to resist, with warnings about fear, propaganda, and silence shaping the current #Politics moment #Democracy #Freedom #History The video outlines specific actions like ...

John Lithgow reads Timothy Snyder’s “20 Lessons on Tyranny,” breaking down how democracies erode and what ordinary people can do to resist, with warnings about fear, propaganda, and silence shaping the current #Politics moment #Democracy #Freedom #History The video outlines specific actions like “do not obey in advance,” defend institutions, support elections, and “believe in truth,” explaining how authoritarian systems rely on people adapting before they’re forced. It also stresses protecting independent journalism, rejecting manipulated language, and staying engaged in civic life. The core message is that freedom depends on everyday choices, and without active participation, systems can shift quickly. Watch the full video at Instaram @Iampoliticsgirl — @TheTimothySnyder #OnTyranny Read by @JaLithgow (yes, John) From @IamPoliticsGirl ・・・ Happy Warrior Entertainment is so proud to have produced this incredible project. Now, more than ever, we need the wisdom of our intellects, the patriotism of our citizens, and the passion and talents of those who still believe in the American experiment. I am deeply grateful to Timothy Snyder for his 20 Lessons On Tyranny and for talents of the brilliant John Lithgow for bringing them to life. Great thanks to David Bender for his vision, the support of Abigail Disney, Susan Disney Lord, and Timothy Disney, and the imagination and direction of Sean McGowan, the producer of the PoliticsGirl Project. Follow @francesfisher for more. Help this information get to more voters. 🇺🇸 A well-informed electorate is a prerequisite to Democracy.—Thomas Jefferson https://instagr.am/p/DWyqY-DEVsP/