Clintons warn of global rise in autocracy, including US

Bill and Hillary Clinton spoke out against the growing threat of autocracy in recent comments made in Berlin. They emphasized that the situation should not be met with indifference. Hillary Clinton stated, "There's no way to sugarcoat it." She pointed to a troubling trend, saying the U.S. government seems to have aligned itself with autocrats. She highlighted the dangers of a world where facts are ignored, citing Russia's actions in Ukraine as an example. She stressed that without truth and trust, democracy and peace cannot exist. Former President Bill Clinton also expressed concern about the rise of autocracy. He noted many people feel overwhelmed and want to avoid complex political issues. He described these individuals as seeking a strong leader to alleviate their worries. He urged that these people need to be reached in every nation to protect democratic values. Both Clinton's called for awareness and action to combat this trend, emphasizing the importance of truth and civic engagement in preserving democracy.