Arundhati Roy | Field Notes on Democracy | Chicago | Social Justice | Iraq War | Environment

"Field Notes on Democracy"
In a conversation with Arundhati Roy, she often challenges mainstream notions of democracy, particularly as it intersects with social justice, corporate power, and environmental degradation. She has been critical of the impact of globalization on marginalized communities and has argued that corporate interests sometimes override democratic principles.

In her writings, Roy has highlighted the need for a more inclusive and participatory form of democracy that addresses the concerns of the most vulnerable members of society. She has critiqued the concentration of power in the hands of a few and has advocated for the rights of indigenous communities and other marginalized groups.

It's important to note that Arundhati Roy's views on democracy are diverse and nuanced, and her perspectives may evolve over time.

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Program:
Thorne Auditorium
Northwestern Law School Downtown Campus
375 E. Chicago Ave.
Chicago IL 60611

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"The fierceness with which Arundhati Roy loves humanity moves my heart." -- Alice Walker

Arundhati Roy is a world-renowned Indian author and global justice activist.

From her celebrated Booker-Prize-winning novel The God of Small Things to her prolific output of writing on topics ranging from climate change to war, the perils of free-market development in India, and the defense of the poor, Roy's voice has become indispensable to millions seeking a better world.
In 2002, Arundhati Roy won the Lannan Cultural Freedom Prize.

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