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Conway & Stevens: Kilmar’s Fate, Harvard’s Fight & America's Last Best Hope

Impolitic with John Heilemann

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Democracy in Crisis: Immigration and Authoritarianism

This chapter examines recent developments in U.S. immigration law, particularly a Supreme Court ruling on wrongful deportation, while addressing threats to democracy posed by the Trump administration. It calls for urgent action from the Democratic Party to counteract the drift towards authoritarianism and emphasizes the need for public engagement and mass demonstrations. The speakers highlight the potential hope for preserving democratic values amidst an uncertain political climate and the importance of recognizing the moral implications of current government actions.

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