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Putting the "Riot" Back in Patriotism Chicago Public Radio (WBEZ) Commentator Gwen Macsai takes a look at the notion of patriotism and the feelings it evokes: loyalty, respect and devotion, apathy, skepticism, and desertion. She comes to the conclusion that it's a lot like marriage. (02:07) |
 
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Is Democracy Monolingual? KERA - Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas Marisa Trevino points out that the Voting Rights Act of 1965 still leaves many non-English speakers disenfranchised, when practical steps are not taken to help them at the polls. (03:20) |
 
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Armchair Citizens KERA - Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas Commentator James Mardis's experiences teaching young people about citizenship illustrate how America has become a society of reactionaries rather than citizens who create solutions. (03:45) |
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Money and Politics KERA - Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas Commentator Chip Pitts notes that money in politics undermines the democratic process and recommends some improvements. (02:57) |
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