Democracy Decoded

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Our system of government is rooted in the Constitution and designed to ensure that power is shared, not concentrated in any one branch. But what happens when the institutions that were meant to hold one another accountable are tested in new and unprecedented ways? Season 6 of Democracy Decoded examines some of the defining constitutional questions shaping American democracy today. From the separation of powers and the role of the Department of Justice, to presidential pardons, political dissent, citizenship, voting rights, and safeguarding our elections, each episode explores the legal principles, institutions, and people at the center of today's most consequential debates. Through...

Latest episodeHow is the Supreme Court undermining the freedom to vote?October 27, 2026 · 30 min

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Latest episodes

1. How is the Supreme Court undermining the freedom to vote?October 27, 2026 · 30 min
2. Can a president control who votes in America?October 20, 2026 · 30 min
3. Is the Trump administration trying to undermine our elections?October 13, 2026 · 32 min
4. Who gets a pardon in Trump's America — and why?October 6, 2026 · 31 min
5. What happens when political dissent is suppressed?September 29, 2026 · 33 min
6. Are political loyalty and partisanship replacing the rule of law at the DOJ?September 22, 2026 · 35 min
7. What happens when the balance of power becomes unbalanced?September 15, 2026 · 34 min
8. Democracy Decoded, Season 6: The Rule of Law Under ThreatSeptember 1, 2026 · 2 min
9. Special Announcement: We've been nominated for a Webby!April 10, 2026 · 2 min
10. How New Voting Barriers Threaten ElectionsNovember 20, 2025 · 43 min

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