Where does protest fit in the American democratic tradition? Does protesting work to advance a cause?

Why has Texas's decision last month to redraw its congressional district lines prompted controversy?

Eight W&M faculty awarded SCP fellowships to enrich historical narratives and strengthen civic leadership ahead of nation’s 250th anniversary.

How does President Trump's use of the military in domestic law enforcement activities affect American democracy?

What lessons can we learn from contemporary celebrations of the Fourth of July?

This episode explores the role the US military plays in supporting American democracy.

In the US, to what do federal bureaucrats pledge their loyalty and how does their pledge support American democracy?

Why might upholding democratic principles sometimes make it difficult for bureaucracies to satisfy the people?

Why might it be difficult for the government to be efficient while simultaneously embracing democratic values?

Why is "habeas corpus" such a fundamental building block for democracies?

Last week we explored due process. We continue that discussion today by addressing who receives due process in the American democratic system.

We hear a lot lately about the right to "due process." Where does this right come from and why is it important?

What if federal judges rule against the president and the president simply ignores them? Is there anything the courts can do?

In each episode of Democracy in Five Minutes, your host, Paul Manna, will explore a key aspect of democracy and what you can do to participate in and protect democratic processes. Occasional longer-fo...

In each episode of Democracy in Five Minutes, your host, Paul Manna, will explore a key aspect of democracy and what you can do to participate in and protect democratic processes. Occasional longer-fo...

Musk’s DOGE is now under audit over “alarming” reports of “untrained people” accessing sensitive government data and systems.

Last week's episode explored how different institutions of American democracy provide guardrails that prevent leaders from abusing power. Today's discussion continues that theme and considers when peo...