What Happened to Liberal Democracy? A Discussion with Daron Acemoglu and Michael Sandel
Nobel Laureate and Acclaimed Political Philosopher
Nobel laureate Daron Acemoglu and political philosopher Michael Sandel analyze the decline of liberal democracy, examining the divergence of working-class interests, the impact of post-industrial society, and the role of globalization. They explore concepts of contributive justice and the implications of AI on democratic governance.
On September 24, 2026, the Stone Center and the Leadership Now Project at MIT organized a discussion between Nobel Laureate Daron Acemoglu and acclaimed political philosopher Michael Sandel on the themes of Acemoglu's latest book, "What Happened to Liberal Democracy? Remaking a Politics of Shared Prosperity."
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Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences (2024), MIT Institute Professor
MIT Institute Professor and Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences recognized for foundational research on institutions, automation, and comparative prosperity.
Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor of Government, Harvard University
Harvard University political philosopher whose course 'Justice' introduced moral and political philosophy to a global audience.