

#1214 - Lawrence Lessig
17 snips Dec 13, 2018
Lawrence Lessig, a renowned academic and political activist from Harvard, dives into the troubling role of money in American politics. He discusses the alarming effects of campaign finance and gerrymandering, revealing how they distort democratic representation. The conversation also touches on the flaws in the Electoral College and the impact of social media on public discourse. Lessig advocates for systemic reforms to restore integrity in political funding, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability to enhance democracy.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Disturbing Dynamics of Political Funding and Gerrymandering
02:34 • 2min
Analyzing Election Dynamics and Public Sentiment
04:55 • 4min
The Price of Power: Money in Politics
09:17 • 29min
The Complexities of Lobbying
38:29 • 6min
Lobbying, Corruption, and Campaign Finance Reform
44:35 • 14min
Reassessing the Electoral College
58:26 • 22min
Examining the Flaws in American Democracy
01:20:10 • 16min
Social Media's Impact on Public Discourse
01:35:57 • 19min
The Influence of Advertising on Media Content
01:55:01 • 2min
Navigating Truth in a Fragmented Media Landscape
01:56:40 • 14min
The Vital Link Between Competition and Innovation
02:10:56 • 4min
Optimism and Corruption in Political Reform
02:15:14 • 8min