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Democracy in America
*This episode aired on 5/20/21*
In the inaugural episode, we’ll explore the most critical elements of a healthy, strong, inclusive democracy and steps that individuals, policymakers, and organizations can take to reimagine it for America.
The Vote
*This episode aired on 6/24/21*
One voice, one vote: this is the backbone of democracy. What kind of voting reform measures can help to realize American democracy’s full promise?
Disinformation & Democracy
*This episode aired on 7/29/21*
A turbulent few years in American politics have left the media's role in democracy shaken, allowing ever greater space for disinformation to flourish. What will it take to restore a sense of shared purpose through shared facts, and to ultimately revive a stronger democratic system?
Securing Elections
*This episode aired on 9/30/21*
America’s voting infrastructure has suffered everything from cyber attacks to political interference in recent years. To what extent is the U.S. prepared for the next round of challenges, and what can be done to shore up election security and integrity for many years to come?
Democracy 101: Rethinking Civic Education
*This episode aired on 10/28/21*
A strong democracy also requires a deep commitment to civic learning and education. What will it take to ensure that everyone is equipped with the necessary democratic knowledge, values, and tools in order to fully participate in the civic and political life of their communities?
Reviving Civic Engagement
*This episode aired 11/18/21*
If a democracy is only as healthy as its parts, then the people participating in it are its beating heart. What will it take to reimagine and revive civic engagement, from reviving national service to diversifying the political talent pipeline?
Democracy in America, Democracy in the World
*This episode aired 12/16/21*
American democracy has long served as a beacon for other nations, and when it fails to reach its full potential the ripple effects are global. What role should American democracy play on the world stage today, and how could this engagement in turn help to strengthen democracy back home?