The Lawfare Podcast

Chatter: Constitutional Fragility with Sandy Levinson

Oct 22, 2024
Sandy Levinson, a law professor at the University of Texas, delves into the fragility of the U.S. Constitution, urging a necessary overhaul. He discusses how skepticism towards the Constitution has evolved, especially amid current political tensions and potential contested elections. Levinson highlights the Supreme Court's limited influence on pressing societal issues, such as climate change. He advocates for a reformed legal education that emphasizes civic engagement and explores the challenges of amending the Constitution while proposing innovative approaches to spur public involvement.
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