Utah and the Constitution: A New National Narrative | Akhil Reed Amar | September 2023

Akhil Reed Amar, a Yale University professor, discusses the birth of the U.S. Constitution, challenging common misconceptions and emphasizing the role of national security and geography. He explores the framing of California's Constitution, the compromises of 1850, and the absence of major gold or silver veins in New Mexico. Additionally, he discusses missed opportunities in ending slavery worldwide and the need to understand our national story.