You're invited to rethink The Lord of the Rings. Not as a fantasy epic about kings and wizards, but as a parable about humble public service. Not about the lust for power, but the quiet strength of those who prioritize people, justice and community.
You're invited to this gathering of minds wrestling with a question as urgent today as it was 2400 years ago: Can democracy survive itself? Diane Kalen-Sukra will be joining a powerful lineup of speakers at "Democracy & Tyranny", a virtual event hosted by Plato's Academy.
At a time when hostility feels like strength, I shared this keynote message with global changemakers at the 2025 Compassionate Action Conference: real strength is courageous civility—compassion in action. 🎥 WATCH HERE.