American democracy's violent disruption
This episode was recorded on Friday, January 8, 2021, two days after the day that many of the things we've talked about on this show came to a head — political and epistemic polarization, delegitimation of the opposition, degradation of democratic norms, racial inequity, and many other factors. This week, Michael Berkman, Chris Beem, and Candis Watts Smith reflect on what happened and what's next for American democracy.
Democracy Works · Michael Berkman, Candis Watts Smith, Chris Beem, Jenna Spinelle
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Show Notes
Democracy Works hosts Michael Berkman, Chris Beem, and Candis Watts Smith reflect on the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol and what it says about the condition of American democracy. They also discuss whether it's possible to learn from this moment and what guideposts they'll be looking for to determine whether all the talk about protecting and restoring democracy we've heard since the attack will translate into action.
This episode was recorded on Friday, January 8, 2021.
Additional Information
Statement from Michael Berkman and Chris Beem on January 6, 2021 attack
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