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A More Perfect Union

Sarah Botstein: Why the American Revolution Still Matters

Season 2025 Episode 1 | 1m 22s

Sarah Botstein explains why understanding the American Revolution is vital today. She reflects on how exploring the complexities of our nation’s founding can inspire greater civic engagement and help Americans better understand the foundations of democracy. By revisiting this history, we can connect past ideals to present challenges and work toward a more informed, united future.

Major funding is provided by The Pew Charitable Trusts. Funding is also provided by The Travelers Companies, Inc. , the Charles F. Kettering Foundation, and viewers like you.
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Explore America’s founding ideals in A More Perfect Union, premiering Nov 24 at 9p ET on PBS.
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President as a Populist Office
Jeffrey Rosen explains how presidential power has expanded far beyond the Founders' vision.
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A conversation about how America's founding principles remain relevant to governance today.
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A conversation about how America's founding principles remain relevant to governance today.
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Ken Burns: Why the American Revolution Still Matters
Ken Burns reflects on reconnecting with America’s founding to rediscover our shared purpose.
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Democracy as a Consequence
Ken Burns explains how the American Revolution unintentionally gave birth to democracy.
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Evolving Citizenship
Yuval Levin reflects on how American citizenship has evolved to embrace both diversity and unity.
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The First Branch
Yuval Levin reflects on why the legislative branch is central to American democratic life.
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