How does authoritarianism spread through society? What can we do to stop that spread? Join us for a discussion with Iranian-American journalist Masih Alinejad, Zimbabwean democracy activist Pastor Evan Mawarire, and Uyghur human rights lawyer Rayhan Asat on America's vital responsibility to defend freedom abroad and renew democracy at home against the rising tide of authoritarianism. Ben Rhodes, the Deputy National Security Advisor to President Obama, will moderate.

This event is in partnership with Renew Democracy Initiative, USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future, USC Schwarzenegger Institute for State and Global Policy, USC Annenberg Center for Communication Leadership and Policy, and The Village Square.