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Stay Tuned with Preet: Elections, Now & Then (with Joanne Freeman)

Sep 2, 2024
Join renowned historian Joanne Freeman, a Yale professor specializing in U.S. political history, as she dives into the tumultuous 33 days that shook America. She discusses the shocking assassination attempt on a former president and President Biden's unexpected withdrawal from the race. The conversation also highlights themes of political violence, the rise of Kamala Harris, and the impact of technology on democracy. Freeman offers a compelling analysis of historical contexts, making sense of today's chaotic political landscape.
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INSIGHT

Rapid Political Change

  • The past 33 days represent a rapid period of political change in modern American history.
  • Multiple inflection points, including an assassination attempt and a presidential withdrawal, occurred.
INSIGHT

Technology's Impact on Democracy

  • Technology shapes conversations between power holders and citizens.
  • Technologies like the telegraph, television, and social media have profoundly shaped democracy.
ANECDOTE

Zoom and Political Movements

  • Kamala Harris uses Zoom in a way that transforms the political moment, enabling connections.
  • Zoom calls for Harris raise millions and draw hundreds of thousands, creating a movement.
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