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Democracy in Five Minutes
By Paul MannaGovernment
Democracy in Five Minutes episodes
- Episode 19. Protest
Where does protest fit in the American democratic tradition? Does protesting work to advance a cause?
7 min - Episode 18. Gerrymandering
Why has Texas's decision last month to redraw its congressional district lines prompted controversy?
7 min - Episode 17. Soldiers on the streets
How does President Trump's use of the military in domestic law enforcement activities affect American democracy?
6 min - Episode 16. Independence Day reflections
What lessons can we learn from contemporary celebrations of the Fourth of July?
7 min - Episode 15. Whose military?
This episode explores the role the US military plays in supporting American democracy.
7 min - Episode 14. Bureaucratic loyalty
In the US, to what do federal bureaucrats pledge their loyalty and how does their pledge support American democracy?
7 min - Episode 13. Bureaucrats and democratic values
Why might upholding democratic principles sometimes make it difficult for bureaucracies to satisfy the people?
7 min - Episode 12. Efficiency and democracy
Why might it be difficult for the government to be efficient while simultaneously embracing democratic values?
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- Episode 10. Who is entitled to due process?
Last week we explored due process. We continue that discussion today by addressing who receives due process in the American democratic system.
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About Democracy in Five Minutes
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In each episode of Democracy in Five Minutes, your host, Paul Manna, will explore a key aspect of democracy and what you can do to participate in and protect democratic processes. Occasional…
longer-form installments will incorporate ideas from additional guests. The opinions expressed on this podcast are Paul Manna’s (or those of his guests) and do not necessarily reflect the views of his employer. You can read more about Paul on his home page: https://sites.google.com/view/paulmanna.