The real harm of the global arms trade

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June 1, 2016 Today’s TED Talk The real harm of the global arms trade 13:34 minutes · TED Talks Live In some parts of the world, it's easier to get an automatic rifle than a glass of clean drinking water. Is this just the way it is? Samantha Nutt, doctor and founder of the international humanitarian organization War Child, explores the global arms trade -- and suggests a bold, common sense solution for ending the cycle of violence. "War is ours," she says. "We buy it, sell it, spread it and wage it. We are therefore not powerless to solve it." Watch now »   Playlist of the Day The road to peace Peace. It's humanity's eternal, elusive dream. These speakers offer inspired ideas, practical advice and real-world examples from around the globe of how it just might be attainable. Watch » 10 talks · Total run time 2:24:03 IDEAS.TED.COM Why cities rule the world Cities are the the 21st century’s dominant form of civilization -- and they’re where humanity’s struggle for survival will take place. Robert Muggah and Benjamin Barber spell out the possibilities. Read the article » Join us on Facebook Follow us @TEDTalks

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