Chapter
The Fragility of a Nation
05:26 - 11:28 (06:02)
This podcast episode discusses the historical context of slavery and how it has been a contentious issue throughout the history of the United States. It also explores the tension between different presidents and the protection of the presidency by Congress.
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The debate on slavery has been present throughout the history of the US, yet it was banned from being mentioned on the House floor.
05:26 - 08:31 (03:04)
Summary
The debate on slavery has been present throughout the history of the US, yet it was banned from being mentioned on the House floor. The nation's complex history is currently romanticized by some and demonized by others, creating tension among Americans.
ChapterThe Fragility of a Nation
EpisodeObscure Presidential History with Jeremy Deutsch
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
This podcast episode discusses the history of the Senate's protection of the presidency in relation to the firing of appointees, as well as the political ramifications of standing up for civil rights, using past examples to comment on the current political climate.
08:31 - 11:28 (02:57)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the history of the Senate's protection of the presidency in relation to the firing of appointees, as well as the political ramifications of standing up for civil rights, using past examples to comment on the current political climate.