CLEAN : Democracies die not by fire, but by law,' warns US advocate a year after Capitol siege

CLEAN : Democracies die not by fire, but by law,' warns US advocate a year after Capitol siege

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10th Grade - University

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The United States is facing a significant democratic crisis, marked by events like January 6 and ongoing legal challenges. Unlike past threats, modern democracy is undermined through legal means rather than overt dictatorship. Numerous bills have been introduced to alter election processes, raising concerns about voting rights and election integrity. Public trust in elections has declined, with a notable portion of the population believing force may be necessary to protect their way of life. Despite these challenges, there is hope that the US can recover its democratic values, as it has done in the past, by being vigilant and proactive.

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Discuss the significance of the 260 bills introduced by Republican state legislators.

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What lessons can be learned from the events of 2020 regarding the resilience of American democracy?

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