
 Amarica's Constitution
 Amarica's Constitution All This Fuss About the Presidential Election - Special Guests Gordon Wood, Steven Smith, Paul Grimstad
 Nov 5, 2024 
 Gordon Wood, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, Steven Smith, a Yale political science expert, and Paul Grimstad, a literature scholar, dive into the intertwining of history and politics. They explore pivotal elections from America’s past and how they echo in today's political climate. The discussion touches on the legacy of figures like Andrew Jackson and debates around contemporary issues such as abortion. The role of social media in shaping political discourse is also examined, highlighting its effects on trust and democracy. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Echoes of Democracy: Historical Reflections on Elections 
 01:44 • 32min 
 Emerson's Self-Reliance and Continuing Legal Education Opportunities 
 33:27 • 3min 
 Elites and Authority in American Politics 
 36:21 • 15min 
 The Evolution of Newspaper Journalism 
 51:32 • 4min 
 Navigating Diverse Perspectives in Media 
 55:53 • 2min 
 The Impact of Social Media on Political Discourse 
 57:24 • 11min 
 Debating the Constitution: Relevance and Rights 
 01:08:08 • 18min 
 Immigration and American Identity 
 01:26:34 • 6min 
