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Challenges of Protecting Democracy
The chapter delves into the challenges faced by the authors in studying troubled democracies and emphasizes the need to understand the current state of democracy in America. It critiques the role of the Constitution in protecting democracy, discussing the origins of the Electoral College and the compromises made during its creation. The conversation highlights the imperfections and practical nature of the Constitution while stressing the importance of improving democratic institutions continuously.