Mark Terkessidis and Katea Stitt: The political potential of “multiplicity”

Mark Terkessidis, a German journalist and migration researcher, will present his concepts of “multiplicity” and “collaboration” at the Goethe-Institut in Washington. The event will be moderated by Katea Stitt, a social justice activist and Interim Program Director at WPFW / Pacifica Radio.
We warmly invite you to join Mark Terkessidis and Katea Stitt for an engaging conversation. Following Mark Terkessidis’s presentation and a collaborative discussion, we will be offering light refreshments.
Mark Terkessidis illuminates the concept of “multiplicity,” explaining his intentional choice of this term over “diversity.” At its core, this idea addresses the pluralization of Western societies since the 1960s, driven by migration, travel, and media, which have collectively fostered new ways of life. Terkessidis views this multiplicity as an enrichment rather than a threat to democracy. He highlights that the ongoing dialogue between state institutions and diverse social groups in Germany propels democratic processes. For instance, he underscores the significance of engaging religious and civil society organizations in these exchanges.
Political life in the USA has long been marked by pluralistic developments. However, the current challenge lies in how polarized social groups can engage in dialogue through a constructive philosophy of cooperation. This issue is especially pertinent given the rise of extreme political movements on both sides of the Atlantic.
A stream of the event will be available.
This event is proudly supported by the Friends of Goethe (FoGI).

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