

Steven Levitsky and Daniel Ziblatt on the Tyranny of the Minority
4 snips Sep 9, 2023
Steven Levitsky and Daniel Ziblatt, authors of 'Tyranny of the Minority,' discuss American institutions and the distortion of majority governance, polarizing effect of race on the electorate, and the need for institutional reform and a more diverse Republican Party.
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
The Political Crisis and the Role of the Republican Party
05:44 • 7min
Proposed Reforms in the US Constitution
13:07 • 4min
The Republican Party's Quest for Broader Appeal and Democratic Strength
16:54 • 23min
Challenges and Strengths of the Democratic Party
39:42 • 13min
Reforms for a More Democratic System
52:18 • 11min
The Difficulty of Constitutional Amendments and the Need for Institutional Reform
01:03:31 • 2min