
Will Anyone Check the President?
The Brian Lehrer Show
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Democracy Under Threat: Autocracy's Rise
This chapter examines the tension between democratic institutions and autocratic tendencies in the U.S., focusing on the failure of Congressional checks against executive power. It discusses the implications of financial motivations in leadership, the rise of discontent-driven autocracy, and the critical role of civic engagement in preserving democracy.
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