Episodes
The Politics of Corruption: Tiffany Muller
We discuss the corrupting effect of the Citizens United decision on policymaking and elections.
The Offline Candidate: Carleigh Beriont
We discuss the power of showing up for local politics and the benefits of running an in-person campaign without relying on social media.
Governors Can Defend You: Julia Spiegel
We discuss the work of governors across several states to defend the rights of their residents. GovAct serves as an innovation hub for policies on democracy, public health, and reproductive rights.
How Gen Z Does Democracy: Raj Vinnakota
We discuss the investments to foster civic participation on college campuses, voter behavior among young people, and getting ready for the midterms.
Democracy Without Politicians: Hélène Landemore
We discuss the concept of deliberative representative democracy by ordinary citizens, which means representing and being represented in turn.
Get Real About Elections: Anjali Enjeti
We discuss grassroots organizing, voting rights for U.S. territories and First Nations, and the state of elections in Georgia.
Resist and Organize: Daniel Hunter
We discuss how our everyday choices to resist, organize, and act collectively can stop authoritarian takeovers. Feeling powerless does not mean that we’re actually powerless!
Educating for Democracy: James Traub
We discuss the role of schools to form effective citizens in our democracy. It’s necessary to prioritize the teaching of our history and our government.
The Library Changemaker: Amanda Jones
We discuss the dangers of book bans and censorship, the power of civic action on the local level, and the intersection of libraries and human rights.