
Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: America's checks and balances are failing to restrain Donald Trump
The Munk Debates Podcast
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Media, Courts, and the Erosion of Democracy
This chapter examines the fraught relationship between the American media and the presidency, highlighting how major organizations are perceived to yield to administrative pressures. It also addresses the role of the judiciary amidst rising partisanship and discusses the implications of Trump’s presidency on the political landscape, emphasizing challenges to free speech and accountability. Ultimately, the conversation reflects on the decline of constitutional democracy in the U.S. and the potential for lasting impacts on politics and society.
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