An architect's subversive reimagining of the US-Mexico border wall

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March 2, 2019 NEW ON TED.COM An architect's subversive reimagining of the US-Mexico border wall 11:28 minutes · TED Salon: Belonging What is a border? It's a line on a map, a place where cultures mix and merge in beautiful, sometimes violent and occasionally ridiculous ways. And a border wall? An overly simplistic response to that complexity, says architect Ronald Rael. In a moving, visual talk, Rael reimagines the physical barrier that divides the United States and Mexico -- sharing satirical, serious works of art inspired by the borderlands and showing us the border we don't see in the news. "There are not two sides defined by a wall. This is one landscape, divided," Rael says. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day How architecture can connect us A tour of thoughtful spaces built to bring people together and strengthen communities, rather than wall them off from one another. Watch » 7 talks · Total run time 1:48:20 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.COM Want the system to change? Stop asking for permission -- and ask for what you want You may be overflowing with talent and ideas, but you won't start making an impact unless you step up and stand out, says political commentator Symone D. Sanders. Read more »   Download the TED app

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