Yascha Mounk, a scholar on democracy, teams up with Raj Vinnakota, President of the Institute for Citizens & Scholars, to dive deep into campus community dynamics. They discuss strategies for fostering genuine dialogue and the essential skills needed for a thriving academic environment. The conversation highlights alarming gaps in civic education among students and explores how shifting democratic values can impact engagement. Their insights aim to bridge divides and promote free expression, making campuses more conducive to constructive discourse.