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Joyce Vance & Laura Gamboa

Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

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Countering Democratic Backsliding

This chapter explores the dynamics of democratic backsliding and the strategies needed to combat authoritarianism. It examines historical examples from Venezuela and Colombia while analyzing current trends in U.S. politics, particularly the actions of figures like Donald Trump. The conversation emphasizes the necessity for organized opposition and coordinated efforts among various institutions to resist the erosion of democratic norms.

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