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Democracy Decoded

Campaign Legal Center
Campaign Legal Center
Voting Rights
Gerrymandering
Corruption
Trump Administration
Democracy
Checks and Balances
Election Security
2024 Election
American Democracy
United States
Donald Trump
Misinformation
Electoral Count Reform Act
Supreme Court Decisions
Executive Power
Inspector General
Redistricting
Partisan Politics
Election Workers

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 separat... more

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When the Trump administration barred non-governmental groups from administrative naturalization ceremonies in August of 2025, the League of Women Voters was forced to cancel voter education efforts at 166 planned events — cutting off a pathway to vot... more

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On this episode of Democracy Decoded, host Simone Leeper sits down with Campaign Legal Center’s Jonathan Diaz and Chad Dunn, head of the UCLA Voting Rights Project, to discuss the Department of Justice's escalating seizures of 2020 election materials... more

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A crypto billionaire convicted of laundering money walks free after his company enriches the president's family by billions. A congressman expelled for defrauding voters gets his slate wiped clean for staying loyal. A tax fraudster owing investors $7... more

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It was a dramatic scene that made headlines across the country; Senator Alex Padilla lying on the floor in handcuffs for simply trying to ask a question to the former head of the Department of Homeland Security. But it turns out dissent isn't a threa... more

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Liz Oyer
Former Pardon Attorney, Campaign Legal Center
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Episode: Who gets a pardon in Trump's America — and why?
Brendan Fischer
Director of Strategic Investigations, Campaign Legal Center
Campaign Legal Center
Episode: Who gets a pardon in Trump's America — and why?
Robert Post
Yale Law School professor, former clerk to Supreme Court Justice Brennan
Yale Law School
Episode: What happens when political dissent is suppressed?
Danielle Lang
VP for Voting Rights and Rule of Law at Campaign Legal Center
Campaign Legal Center
Episode: What happens when political dissent is suppressed?
Michael Feinberg
Former FBI counter-espionage and counter-intelligence official, Assistant Special Agent in Charge in Norfolk
Former FBI
Episode: Are political loyalty and partisanship replacing the rule of law at the DOJ?
Joyce White Vance
Professor at University of Alabama School of Law; former United States Attorney
University of Alabama School of Law
Episode: Are political loyalty and partisanship replacing the rule of law at the DOJ?
Dana Paikowsky
Senior Legal Counsel for Voting Rights at Campaign Legal Center; former DOJ attorney
Campaign Legal Center
Episode: Are political loyalty and partisanship replacing the rule of law at the DOJ?
Melissa Murray
Law professor at New York University, co-host of the Strict Scrutiny Legal Podcast
New York University
Episode: What happens when the balance of power becomes unbalanced?
Michael Luttig
Retired federal judge, former Boeing General Counsel, governance advocate
Campaign Legal Center (as commentator)
Episode: What happens when the balance of power becomes unbalanced?

Host

Simone Leeper
Host focused on elections, constitutional issues, and public policy, often guiding discussions with leading legal experts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 198 ratings
  • An essential examination of our democracy

    An informative and timely podcast that very smartly describes and analyzes what is going wrong in our democracy. I really enjoyed the experts brought onto each episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emmy_MPV
    United States23 days ago
  • Stuff everyone NEEDS to hear

    With everything so polarized in our political landscape, this podcast really helps broaden my perspective and gives me the tools to analyze our system of democracy. It’s a breath of fresh air to be able to deep dive into the democratic process without all the divisive rhetoric!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    msbinitiz
    United States23 days ago
  • A must listen!

    CLC does such important work protecting voting rights and defending the Rule of Law. These podcasts help us to understand the many ways our Constitution is under attack and how to fight back. The host and experts do a fantastic job of making these issues understandable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WordLord424242
    United Statesa month ago
  • Informative and straightforward

    This podcast provides relevant and timely information in a way that is compelling and helpful. Simone Leeper is an amazing host, very impressed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MFact
    United Statesa month ago
  • Highly informative and easy to understand

    Really well done podcast! I learn something new in each episode. The topics are complex but presented in a way that is easy to digest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TD2319
    United Statesa month ago

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Some listeners note factual or perception-based criticisms, but overall feedback centers on quality and relevance of content.
Listeners praise clarity and accessibility in presenting complex legal topics.
Guests are viewed as credible experts who provide practical legal insights into democracy.
The host is frequently described as knowledgeable and trustworthy in delivering unbiased analysis.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Latest: How to Address Threats to the Rule of Law
Q: Can you walk us through the rapid transformation of the US Department of Justice under the second Trump administration?
Anna explained how political appointees have altered the independence of the Department of Justice, undermining democratic norms and eroding trust in government due to political pressures affecting legal decisions.
The Latest: How to Address Threats to the Rule of Law
Q: What proverbial crack in the system has you most concerned?
Brent expressed concern about the stifling of free speech and the focus of the administration on political violence directed towards President Trump while ignoring similar issues from all sides.
The Latest: Attacks on Voter Registration
Q: Is there a solution for how states and counties can modernize voter registration?
Danielle suggests solutions like automatic voter registration and same-day registration to make the process more accessible.
The Latest: Attacks on Voter Registration
Q: How do these mass challenges to voter eligibility impact the election process?
Danielle discusses how mass challenges can create chaos during elections and lead to eligible voters being denied their right to vote, which undermines the democratic process.
The Latest: Attacks on Voter Registration
Q: Can you help our listeners understand the current landscape around attacks on voter registration?
Danielle explains the various attacks on voter registration, emphasizing the importance of knowing how to get registered and staying registered, while also highlighting the bureaucratic hurdles and discrimination that can occur.

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What is Democracy Decoded about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rigorous, legally informed exploration of core constitutional questions shaping American democracy. Episodes center on voting rights, election administration, redistricting, executive power, campaign finance, and the role of institutions like the Supreme Court and the Department of Justice. Guests are often legal scholars, policy advocates, and senior staff from leading public-interest organizations, delivering clear, accessible explanations of complex issues and real-world implications for governance and civil rights. A standout aspect is the consistent blend of legal analysis with personal narratives and historic context, helping listeners understand not just what's happening, but why it matters for democratic processes and rule of law.... more

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1. Liz Oyer
2. Brendan Fischer
3. Robert Post
4. Danielle Lang
5. Michael Feinberg
6. Joyce White Vance
7. Dana Paikowsky
8. Melissa Murray

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