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About Bean Thinking
Bean Thinking is a video series and online space about envisioning a flourishing democratic society that works to deliver liberty and justice for all. It aims to interrogate cultural myths, inspire critical & creative thinking, and foster mutual understanding. The video essays on Bean Thinking are lighthearted, artistic, philosophical discussions of the values that undergird a liberal democratic society, with a focus on American politics.
Bean Thinking is the creation of Ahsante Bean, a longtime internet creator and educational video journalist. She was inspired to create Bean Thinking after reading Dr. King’s final book Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community? and realizing how much public discourse would benefit from a deeper discussion of the role of democracy in resolving social and economic issues. In speaking from her own perspective as a Black American, Ahsante focuses on American democracy. However, the democratic principles she discusses can be applied to various government and organization structures.
The development and launch of Bean Thinking is supported by the New America Us@250 Fellowship. Full episodes will begin to roll out this fall. Ahsante is currently seeking funding to support continued production efforts.
A Congruent Democratic Worldview
A breakdown of my worldview, as expressed in the series
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