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Behind the News: The Constitution's Failure w/ Aziz Rana

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Reassessing Democratic Principles

The chapter delves into the criticism towards the US Constitution's undemocratic aspects, examining issues like geographic representation, gerrymandering, mal apportionment, the electoral college, and the Supreme Court's composition. It explores the breakdown of democratic institutions, challenges within the legal academy, and the need to reevaluate democratic principles amidst current dilemmas.

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