Democracy Decoded

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Our system of government is rooted in the Constitution and designed to ensure that power is shared, not concentrated in any one branch. But what happens when the institutions that were meant to hold one another accountable are tested in new and...

Episodes

Democracy Decoded, Season 6: The Rule of Law Under Threat

Special Announcement: We've been nominated for a Webby!

How New Voting Barriers Threaten Elections

The Latest: How the Erosion of Federalism Endangers Elections

A Quick Update from Democracy Decoded

How Gerrymandering Undermines Fair Representation

How Democracy Is Impacted by the Expansion of Presidential Power

How Corruption and Abuses of Power Threaten Democracy

The Latest: How to Address Threats to the Rule of Law

How Big Money Is Dominating American Politics

How the U.S. Supreme Court Is Drastically Reshaping American Democracy

Democracy Decoded, Season 5: How to Repair the Cracks in American Democracy

The Latest: What Trump's First 100 Days Mean for American Democracy

The Latest: A Postelection Fight for Democracy

Today’s the Day — Go Vote!

The Latest: The 2024 Election, in a Nutshell

Know Your Rights as a Voter

Navigating Election Facts in the AI Era

The Latest: The Fights Over Election Certification

Safeguarding America’s Electoral Process