Watch and listen to this recording of Indivisible Charlotte's 'In the Know Live' webinar from February 3, 2026 over Zoom, featuring Joyce Vance, former U.S. Attorney and esteemed legal expert on criminal justice and civil rights. In this engaging discussion with members of our Research Team, Vance discusses her book, 'Giving Up is Unforgivable: A Manual for Keeping Democracy,' which provides essential guidance for defending democratic principles. The conversation explores critical issues including the health of the DOJ, voter suppression tactics, and the importance of civic engagement, particularly among younger generations. Vance shares insights into the importance of due process, free and fair elections, and how community activism plays a pivotal role in maintaining democratic integrity. This enlightening conversation empowers citizens to participate actively and intelligently in their democracy. To learn more about Indivisible Charlotte and participate in future live events, visit www.indivisibleclt.org. Please subscribe to our podcast on Substack, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

01:45 Housekeeping Notes and Program Format

02:56 Introducing Joyce Vance

05:32 Joyce Vance on Writing Her Book

09:43 The Importance of Civic Engagement

18:50 Challenges Facing the DOJ

22:55 Engaging the Younger Generation

29:45 Protests in Maine and Youth Involvement

31:11 Trump’s Midterm Election Controversy

33:04 Ensuring Free and Fair Elections

35:05 Voter Suppression Tactics

39:43 The SAVE Act and Its Implications

41:57 Trump’s Legal Tactics and Lawfare

46:32 Supreme Court and Judicial Concerns

50:05 Epstein Documents and Victim Protection

54:14 Personal Resilience and Closing Remarks

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