TED: The radical act of choosing common ground | Nisha Anand

The video discusses the impact of the 1994 crime bill and the importance of finding common ground across political divides. Through personal stories and activism experiences, the speaker highlights the need for expanding circles and building bridges to achieve large-scale change. The success of the bipartisan First Step Act in criminal justice reform is presented as an example of overcoming division. The video concludes with a call to action for finding common ground in various issues, emphasizing courage and shared humanity.

How does the speaker relate their personal identity to the concept of building bridges?

How does the speaker propose to address issues of division and tribalism in society?

What challenges does the speaker identify in achieving bipartisan support for criminal justice reform?

What examples does the speaker provide to illustrate the success of the First Step Act?