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Historian Advocates Change in Fight Against Global Corruption

3/5/2026

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Story summary

Rutger Bregman, a historian, identifies as a 'possibilist' who believes in change over complacency.
The documentary Breaking Social, directed by Fredrik Gertten, explores global corruption and activism.
It highlights the Malta corruption investigation by Daphne Caruana Galizia's son and activism in the United States and Chile, including Amazon workers unionizing and feminist marches; critics say the stories could stand alone, and Rutger Bregman emphasizes rethinking survival through cooperation.

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Story summary

Rutger Bregman, a historian, identifies as a 'possibilist' who believes in change over complacency.
The documentary Breaking Social, directed by Fredrik Gertten, explores global corruption and activism.
It highlights the Malta corruption investigation by Daphne Caruana Galizia's son and activism in the United States and Chile, including Amazon workers unionizing and feminist marches; critics say the stories could stand alone, and Rutger Bregman emphasizes rethinking survival through cooperation.