What’s Working in Washington – Ep 516 – Powered by the People – Corey Brettschneider

Longer episodes, deeper dives! In our new one hour format, hosts Jonathan Aberman and Mark Walsh explore new trends, share media recommendations, and interview author Corey Brettschneider. 

“The Presidents and the People: Five Leaders Who Threatened Democracy and the Citizens Who Fought to Defend It” examines how citizen movements have resisted presidential abuses of power by appealing to a democratic understanding of the Constitution. From Ida B. Wells to Daniel Ellsberg, American citizens have brought the United States back from the precipice at crucial moments in our nation’s history. Aberman and Brettschneider discuss how that resonates today and where to find hope for restoring a fragile democracy.