Derek Black

Derek Black, a constitutional law professor at the University of South Carolina, dives into critical conversations about democracy and education. He highlights the threats posed by the Trump administration's policies and the debate over executive power's expansion. The discussion also addresses conservative critiques of the Department of Education and the implications of its potential abolition. Black underscores the importance of federal involvement in public education and warns about the risks of media polarization and loyalty tests within government.

Dana El-Kurd, an assistant professor specializing in political science, discusses the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and the implications of U.S. foreign policy under Trump. Derek Black, a constitutional law professor, offers insights on the growing movement to defund federal agencies and the threats to academic freedom stemming from political sensitivity. They explore the complexities of American imperialism, the impacts of corporate influence on governance, and the rising challenges to democracy highlighted by recent political events.

Join Dana El-Kurd, an assistant professor specializing in political science, and Derek Black, a constitutional law expert, as they dissect the current political landscape. El-Kurd provides crucial insights into the dire situation in Gaza amidst Trump's controversial proposals. Black analyzes executive power shifts, legal challenges, and the implications for democracy. They explore the troubling intersections of personal profit and U.S. foreign policy, while addressing the chilling effects on free speech in academia, particularly regarding Palestine.