
Every week, Brennan Center President Michael Waldman interviews the leaders, thinkers, and activists who are changing American democracy.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 80 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsPolitics | |||

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Between the pod & the free lectures/discussions, Brennan center is doing excellent & important work to save our country. I enjoy both & I am very grateful.
As a concerned citizen without a legal background, I found this both informative and entertaining. It’s neither partisan nor overly wonky. Just loads of great information presented by interesting people.
Great podcast! Smart, informative and well produced. Victoria clearly knows her politics and history. This is a refreshing discourse from the Brennan Center!
The new 'The Line" segments are well produced, smart & accessible discussion of legal/policy issues around voting. I'm not a lawyer but really enjoy the guided tour of mechanics of U.S. democracy. Thanks, Brennan Center!
With Trump regularly talking about the rigged election, and Republican state legislatures actively suppressing the vote through voter ID laws (that are mostly being overturned by courts), this is important.
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This podcast centers around discussions that explore the critical challenges facing American democracy. Featuring interviews with leaders, activists, and experts in various fields, topics commonly addressed include voting rights, election integrity, the balance of powers, and constitutional challenges in the contemporary political landscape. The conversations not only shed light on historical precedents but also engage with the implications of current political events, aiming to empower listeners to understand and participate in democratic processes. The content is informative and often calls for civic engagement while highlighting the importance of maintaining democratic norms and civil liberties in tumultuous political times.
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2. Wendy Weiser
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4. Dan Weiner
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