A former US president delivered a reflective address in Manchester, drawing parallels between historical struggles for justice and contemporary threats to democracy. During an evening event attended by tens of thousands, he highlighted the solidarity of 19th-century British cotton workers with enslaved Americans as a model for modern activism. The discussion, led by a writer and broadcaster, explored how past movements can inform today’s fight against democratic erosion. The talk underscored the enduring relevance of collective action in the face of systemic challenges.
Speaking at live UK event, former US president expresses hope rooted in the past and discusses the modern challenges to democracyBarack Obama cited the “wonderful” story of how Manchester cotton workers stood in solidarity with enslaved African Americans as an inspiration for our times in a live appearance in the city.Tens of thousands of people packed Co-op Live in the city on Thursday for An Evening With Barack Obama, where the former US president was interviewed by the writer and broadcaster Afua Hirsch. Continue reading...
