How Democracy is Dying: From Memes to Money Printing

16/11/2023 27 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, James Just discusses the various ways that democracy is under attack in the US and around the world. He analyzes the case of Douglass Mackey, a social media influencer who was convicted for posting memes that allegedly misled voters in the 2016 presidential election. He also examines the arguments against third-party candidates, and why they are essential for a healthy democracy. He then talks about the dangers of printing money, and how it leads to inflation and debt. He also covers the latest developments in the redistricting battle in New York, and how it could affect the balance of power in Congress. Finally, he comments on the controversy over a cartoon that criticized Hamas, and why freedom of expression is vital for a free society.

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