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NPR's Throughline: The Shadows of the Constitution

The NPR Politics Podcast

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Constitutional Reflections: Hope and Reality

This chapter examines the complex relationship between individual beliefs and the interpretation of the Constitution, highlighting both its aspirational ideals and historical flaws. Through personal narratives and the philosophy of James Baldwin, it underscores the importance of critiquing systemic issues with compassion, particularly in the context of preparing future generations for a truthful understanding of societal challenges.

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