The American Experiment: A Republic If You Can Keep It
The American Experiment: A Republic If You Can Keep It
James Ruley, Courtney Ruley
A podcast about government, politics, and the U.S Constitution.
Why Do We Have a Two-Party System?
In this episode, we discuss some of the structural factors that have created and sustained the two-party system in America, as well as some of the pros and cons of that system. Spoiler alert: it doesn't look like the two-party system is going anywhere anytime soon.
Mar 15, 2021
48 min
Congressional Elections
In this episode, we talk about congressional elections. Who can run for public office? What restrictions can be placed on them? How often are elections held? How do state and federal governments divvy up authority to pass electoral laws? We address all these issues, and more, in this episode.
Feb 27, 2021
59 min
The Impeachment Process
In this episode, we take a look at the process of impeachment and discuss the constitutionality of President Trump's second impeachment.
Feb 5, 2021
53 min
Why Do We Have a Bicameral Legislature?
Welcome to season 2! This season, we're focusing on Article I of the Constitution. In this episode, we give a recap of how the legislative branch functions, and then discuss whether the structure of the federal Congress, as a bicameral legislature, still makes sense today.
Jan 23, 2021
1 hr 2 min
Season 1 Q&A
We answer your questions!
Jan 23, 2021
35 min
BONUS Episode: The Confirmation Process.
In this bonus episode, we walk you through what to expect with the upcoming confirmation process for Supreme Court Nominee Judge Amy Coney Barrett.
Oct 11, 2020
45 min
BONUS Episode: Ruth Bader Ginsburg
In part one of this bonus episode, we look at the life and legacy of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Oct 2, 2020
41 min
What Are The Other Amendments?
After the Bill of Rights, there are 17 other amendments. We give you a summary of what each one says.
Sep 26, 2020
55 min
What is the Bill of Rights?
We quickly summarize what the Bill of Rights is and what each amendment says.
Sep 19, 2020
58 min
How Do We Amend the Constitution?
In this episode we look at how Article V outlines the process of amending the Constitution. We find out who can propose amendments, how they are ratified and some things that can not be amended.
Sep 12, 2020
51 min
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