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How Did Our Democracy Get so Fragile?

The New Yorker Radio Hour

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The Counter-Majoritarian Nature of American Democracy and the Challenges of Amending the Constitution

This chapter explores the fears of the founding fathers regarding factions and democratic majorities in the American democracy. It also examines the protections and compromises that have shaped the system and hindered constitutional amendments.

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