
A show about the law and the nine Supreme Court justices who interpret it for the rest of America.
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In the wake of this week’s sweeping midterm rebuke of Donald Trump, Protect Democracy co-founder Ian Bassin joins Dahlia Lithwick to discuss how voters pushed back against authoritarianism—and how the country can turn that victory into lasting change... more
The Trump administration has sued to potentially block certification of a Senate race in Alaska, threatened California election officials with jail time, and challenged the voter rolls in 30 states. They've lost almost all of those cases. So with a f... more
Let’s say Democrats gain control of the House and Senate in a couple of weeks, with a majority of Americans demanding accountability, and an airtight list of high crimes and misdemeanors as long as your arm. Should Democrats impeach Trump on Day One?... more
Stacey Abrams, Ilyse Hogue, and Daphna Renan join Dahlia Lithwick in conversation for a live By The People finale.
This is part five of our series on popular constitutionalism, the idea that the Constitution belongs to the people—and not just to nin... more
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Dahlia’s quickness to assume the Cornell 7 are factually guilty without vetted evidence to support that claim is highly concerning…especially for a podcast that claims to be rooted in the Constitution and its protections. This is not meant to be coy at all, but just because young men speak in uncouth terms on Snapchat about the victim Jane Doe, does not necessarily mean their encounter with her was non-consensual nor assaultive. If we don’t like this fact pattern, the solution is to amend the ... more
Dahlia, stop your bad habit of nervous giggling through an important statement. meaning you can retrain your voluntary reflex to nervous laugh through statements that are very serious. just stop doing that. It is a very bad habit when you have the power of the truth yet giggle right through it which then lowers your believability in what you are saying. “you are old enough” to understand that and to stop your nervous laughter which only lowers your credibility that we should take you seriously i... more
Enjoyed the discussion. just Friday, David French NYT, scoffed and ridiculed aesthetic injury calling bogus. So, what correct here … 50 year established standing principle or bogus?
Thank you both for making the subject of the law so relevant and interesting to me, a non-lawyer who loves fairness.
An amazing Supreme Court decision
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Shows consistent focus on the Supreme Court, constitutional interpretation, and the politics surrounding federal courts. Episodes frequently analyze major rulings, governance of independent agencies, voting rights, immigration, and the idea of popular constitutionalism, often featuring senior legal scholars and civil rights experts. A standout is the blend of rigorous legal analysis with historical context and accessible explanation, making complex jurisprudence feel timely and actionable for policymakers, lawyers, and engaged citizens. The show frequently hosts well-known constitutional law voices and civil rights advocates, which helps it stand out in depth and credibility when pitching as a guest or sponsor. Potential listeners who want ... more
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