Democracy in Retrograde: Civics Tips That Don't Make You Spiral | Non-Fiction
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Emily Amick discusses her book 'Democracy in Retrograde' and offers practical civics tips to engage with democracy.
This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. If politics feels overwhelming, chaotic, or just plain exhausting right now — this episode is for you. Emily Amick, the attorney-turned-Instagram creator behind Emily in Your Phone , joins the show to talk about her book Democracy in Retrograde (co-authored with Sami Sage) and why civic action doesn't have to feel hopeless. From calling your actual representative (not Chuck Schumer) to showing up for your local library board, Emily breaks down the concrete, manageable things readers can do to engage with democracy right now — including a real talk about the 2026 midterms. If you've been doom-scrolling and wondering what to do , this conversation is your next step. 📚 Books Mentioned Democracy in Retrograde by Emily Amick & Sammy Sage — Buy on Amazon | Nonfiction / Civics / Political Education | Audio ✅ Note: This episode focuses on a single title. The paperback edition is currently available. ⏱️ Timestamps [00:00] Welcome & intro — what this episode is about [00:45] Emily introduces herself: Senate counsel, lawyer, Instagram creator [01:30] Why Democracy in Retrograde…
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