Michael Kazin
Professor of history at Georgetown University and emeritus coeditor of Dissent; author of What It Took to Win: A History of the Democratic Party.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 59min
Franklin D. Roosevelt, l’allié 3/5 : Le New Deal
David Wollner, historien spécialisé dans l'histoire américaine et le New Deal, s'entretient avec Michael Kazin, historien américain expert en mouvements sociaux. Ils explorent comment le New Deal de Roosevelt a tenté de revitaliser l'économie après le krach de 1929, tout en affrontant des défis financiers et politiques. Le duo aborde les réformes audacieuses, les tensions internes au sein de l'administration et le rôle d'Eleanor Roosevelt dans la lutte pour les droits des Afro-Américains, soulignant ainsi les complexités du New Deal et son impact social.
Oct 21, 2024 • 30min
Should the US get rid of the Electoral College?
Michael Kazin, a historian at Georgetown University and coeditor of Dissent, delves into the complexities of the Electoral College and its relevance today. He discusses historical criticisms and hypothetical scenarios, shedding light on how partisan interests shape perceptions. Kazin also explores potential reforms and the impact of immigration on voting behavior. He reflects on the enduring nature of activism, drawing parallels with the 1960s Yippie movement, and emphasizes the transformative power of political engagement in the modern landscape.
