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It Could Happen Here
Dismantling Democracy: Education and Executive Power
This chapter analyzes the Trump administration's efforts to weaken the Department of Education and examines broader trends of power consolidation in the U.S. government. Through an interview with a law professor, the hosts reflect on the implications of legislative changes for American democracy and education policy. They also discuss the fragility of checks and balances amidst increasing executive power and the concerning rise of far-right political ideologies in shaping governmental practices.
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