How nationalism and globalism can coexist

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This week on TED.com October 27, 2018

Talk of the week Wanis Kabbaj: How nationalism and globalism can coexist 12:54 minutes · Filmed Jul 2018 · Posted Oct 2018 · TED@UPS Why do we have to choose between nationalism and globalism, between loving our countries and caring for the world? In a talk with lessons for avowed nationalists and globalists alike, Wanis Kabbaj explains how we can challenge this polarizing, binary thinking -- and simultaneously be proud citizens of both our countries and the world. Watch now »

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Quote of the Week “ Why would we have to choose between nationalism and globalism, between loving our country and caring for the world? There's no reason for that. What if, instead we asked, How can we do both better?" Wanis Kabbaj How nationalism and globalism can coexist (Read the transcript)

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