Dismantling Democracy

News and Public Affairs Series / 1 Season

Dismantling Democracy examines democratic structures of government in the United States and around the world. Featuring interviews from across the political spectrum, the three-part series depicts the gradual deterioration of the democratic process. Are we up to the pressing task of preserving democracy?

Watch Latest: S1 E103

56m 45s / TV-PG

The Way Forward

S1 E103 / 56m 45s / TV-PG

In the final episode of our three part series, we explore what is needed and what may need to change to preserve American democracy. By looking at the basic pillars of a democratic society -- freedom of speech, free and fair elections and a focus on human rights -- we are challenged to rise to the occasion, participate in civic discourse and take action.

Democracy Around the World

S1 E102 / 56m 41s / TV-PG

In the second episode of this three part series, we step outside of the United States and explore democracies around the world. We look at issues facing American democracy and how those issues transpire in other democratic countries providing perspective for our own democratic success and weaknesses.

America Land of the Free

S1 E101 / 56m 42s / TV-PG

In the first of this three-part series, we dive into the history of democracy, its birth and the United States' unique take on this form of government. The episode takes a look at some uniquely American challenges that limit American democracy such as hyperpartisanship, negative partisanship, institutional constraints (gerrymandering, the Electoral College, voter registration) and more.

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