In this thought-provoking discussion, panelists explore the characteristics of a healthy democracy and the various threats it currently faces, including attacks on free speech, due process, free and fair elections, executive overreach, and increasing polarization. 

The conversation also delves into the critical issue of public disengagement, the absence of a shared reality, and the historical context behind these issues. Fellows react to these serious concerns, sharing their perspectives and personal connections to the topics discussed. 

The episode aims to encourage participation in the democratic process and offers insights into fostering more effective communication and connection across political divides. 

This panel was part of the Podcast Fellowship hosted by The Democracy Group and feature the fellows' reactions and reflections to the panels discussion.

Topics discussed:

•  Defining a Healthy Democracy
• First Amendment and Its Threats 
• Threats to Due Process 
• Challenges to Free and Fair Elections 
• Youth Disengagement and Political Corruption 
• Polarization and Historical Context 

Panelists include:

• Jenna Spinelle, host of Democracy Works
• Corey Nathan, host of Talkin' Politics N' Religion Without Killin' Each Other
• Stephanie Gerber Wilson, host of Freedom Over Facism
• Kamy Akhavan, Executive Director of USC Center for the Political Future
• Michael Baranowski, host of the Politics Guys

To learn more about each of the featured podcasts, visit the Shows page at democracygroup.org/shows.

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