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Addison K. Witt discusses the importance of civic engagement and the erosion of democratic norms in the current political climate.

In this episode of the Defense of Democracy podcast, host Addison K. Witt discusses the current political climate, emphasizing the importance of civic engagement and the erosion of democratic norms. He highlights the overwhelming feelings many people experience and the need for empathy and understanding in political discourse. Addison also explores the role of education in fostering democracy, the significance of voting, and the necessity of conscious participation in civic life. The episode ...

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