Mary Lynk on Democracy's Crossroads
Mary Lynk, a journalist and Dal alum, moderated the 2025 Stanfield Conversation on challenges to the rule of law and the future of liberal democracy.
Lynk's journey into journalism began at a young age, influenced by her family's love of writing and debate. She recalls her childhood home in Halifax, where her mother would invite intriguing strangers to dinner, and her father would ask questions that encouraged open conversation.
"If my mother met an intriguing stranger, within five minutes they received a dinner invitation,"
"My father was a master in asking questions and getting people to open up,"
Lynk has built an impressive career covering human rights issues, world politics, social issues, and philosophy, with a specialty in exploring complex topics.
As she moderated the conversation, Lynk noted that "lines are being crossed that once seemed unimaginable" in the context of democracy.
Author's Summary
Mary Lynk discusses democracy's challenges and her journey into journalism.
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