<p>Amidst President Trump's flurry of actions during his first 100 days in office that have affected numerous policy areas, people have increasingly turned to the courts to challenge many of his decisions. To what extent are federal courts acting consistently with democratic principles and the Constitution when they render decisions that place checks on presidential power?</p>

Amidst President Trump's flurry of actions during his first 100 days in office that have affected numerous policy areas, people have increasingly turned to the courts to challenge many of his decisions. To what extent are federal courts acting consistently with democratic principles and the Constitution when they render decisions that place checks on presidential power?

Episode 7. Courts and democracy

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.

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Episode 7. Courts and democracy

Episode 7. Courts and democracy