In this episode, Addison and Professor Bernd Reiter debate the future of democracy by looking at its origins, evolution, and potential solutions for growth and understanding. This conversation explains how history, culture, and global viewpoints influence our definition of democracy. Join the Conversation (Drop your thoughts in the comments.) Support the Defense of Democracy nonprofit organization! For more information visit: DefenseOfDemocracy.org Become a DofD Support Partn
In this episode of the Defense of Democracy podcast, host Addison K. Witt speaks with Suma Setty and Kaelin Rapport of the Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP) about immigration policy, family separation, and the impact current enforcement practices are having on children, caregivers, and communities across the United States. Drawing on recent research conducted with immigrant families, childcare providers, healthcare workers, and community organizations, Suma and Kaelin
In this episode of the Defense of Democracy podcast, host Addison K. Witt sits down with award-winning educator, speaker, and author Erin Jones for a deeply personal conversation about education, identity, race, leadership, and the power of honest dialogue to strengthen communities. Drawing from her experience, Erin shares how empathy, truth, and human connection have shaped her life's work. Together, they explore the challenges facing today's classrooms, the lasting effects
