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Democracy in Five Minutes

Paul Manna
Democracy in Five Minutes
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18 episodes

  • Democracy in Five Minutes

    Episode 18. Gerrymandering

    9/05/2025 | 6 mins.
    Why has Texas's decision last month to redraw its congressional district lines prompted controversy?
  • Democracy in Five Minutes

    Episode 17. Soldiers on the streets

    8/15/2025 | 5 mins.
    How does President Trump's use of the military in domestic law enforcement activities affect American democracy?
  • Democracy in Five Minutes

    Episode 16. Independence Day reflections

    7/09/2025 | 6 mins.
    What lessons can we learn from contemporary celebrations of the Fourth of July?
  • Democracy in Five Minutes

    Episode 15. Whose military?

    6/26/2025 | 6 mins.
    This episode explores the role the US military plays in supporting American democracy.
  • Democracy in Five Minutes

    Episode 14. Bureaucratic loyalty

    6/16/2025 | 6 mins.
    In the US, to what do federal bureaucrats pledge their loyalty and how does their pledge support American democracy?

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About Democracy in Five Minutes

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-form installments will incorporate ideas from additional guests. The opinions expressed on this podcast are Paul Manna’s (or those of his guests) and do not necessarily reflect the views of his employer. You can read more about Paul on his home page: https://sites.google.com/view/paulmanna.
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