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The Invisible Architecture of Our Democracy

Up First from NPR

CHAPTER

Understanding the 25th Amendment and Gun Rights

This chapter explores the 25th Amendment's role in presidential succession and its historical context, particularly following JFK's assassination. It also examines the evolving interpretation of the Second Amendment, tracing its significance from the Great Depression to contemporary debates over gun rights. Through historical narratives and legal cases, the speakers emphasize the importance of constitutional amendments in shaping American political discussions today.

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