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Can Capitalism and Democracy Coexist? A New Index Puts Data Behind the Question
From Denmark’s extensive social programs to China’s economic restrictions, a new resource measures how capitalism takes different forms around the world, and what those differences can tell us about democracy.
What the First Amendment Promises the Press
For more than a century, the White House press corps has run on norms rather than law. That is now being tested in court.
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Democracy and Capitalism
"Can Democracy and Capitalism Be Reconciled?" is the question at the heart of a new book that explores the meaning of both democracy and capitalism and considers their inherent tensions.
‘Answering to Us’
If accountability is central to democracy, then people must be able to hold governments responsible for their actions, not only in elections but also in office.
‘Last Branch Standing’: A Conversation on the Supreme Court With Sarah Isgur & David French
Sarah Isgur, editor of SCOTUSblog and co-host of the popular legal podcast “Advisory Opinions,” discusses her new book, "Last Branch Standing: A Potentially Surprising, Occasionally Witty Journey Inside Today’s Supreme Court."
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Can Capitalism and Democracy Coexist? A New Index Puts Data Behind the Question
From Denmark’s extensive social programs to China’s economic restrictions, a new resource measures how capitalism takes different forms around the world, and what those differences can tell us about democracy.
UVA Professor Studies Payoff of Engaging in Political Conversation
Prioritizing understanding over persuasion "has the potential to diminish the desire to win at any cost, even costs to democratic processes," said Karsh Institute Faculty Fellow Rachel Wahl.
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What the First Amendment Promises the Press
For more than a century, the White House press corps has run on norms rather than law. That is now being tested in court.
From Roadmap to Classroom
A Karsh Institute fellowship is helping Charlottesville-area K–12 teachers turn the Educating for American Democracy Roadmap into an inquiry-based curriculum that can be shared nationwide.
www.democracyrenovator.com