Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Rep. Jasmine Crockett discuss threats to American democracy, Trump's alignment with dictators, and the importance of defending constitutional values. They also highlight Elise Stefanik's hypocrisy and Texas' restrictive abortion laws. The chapter explores the experiences of women affected by these laws and emphasizes the need for congressional action. The seriousness of the political situation, Trump's plan for autocracy, and the commitment to justice within the American Jewish community are discussed. The chapter concludes with an introduction to XPRIZE's HealthSpan competition that targets biological aging to improve health and well-being.
