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Democracy must be tailored to different contexts, environments and histories

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At the end of an episode of "The Power of Youth," titled "Gen Z Rising: Beyond Ballots," CGTN host Enoch Wong delivers a powerful message on the need to transcend the simplistic labeling and polarization that often characterize electoral campaigns, drawing attention to the pervasive use of ideological labels that serve to discredit and delegitimize opponents, creating false dichotomies and forcing voters to choose sides. The host emphasizes the importance of rising above mere campaigning, stressing that while words matter, actions speak louder. The message highlights the need to move beyond the popularity contest of securing 51 percent of the vote, emphasizing that the true mandate of an elected official is to serve all people, leaving no one behind. In exploring the nature of democracy, the host argues that there is no one-size-fits-all approach and that democracy must be tailored to consider different contexts, environments and histories to be effective.

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