Welcome to the first episode of “It’s the Democracy, Stupid,” where Edwin Eisendrath and Lavora Barnes cut through the noise and get real about what it takes to fight back— and win — against the attacks on our democracy. LaVora’s been in the trenches, leading Michigan Democrats out of a rigged system, and she’s here to remind us that democracy isn’t won once; it’s a constant battle.
They don’t dance around the hard truths: partisan gerrymandering, voter suppression, and the rise of authoritarian tactics are here, and leaders in blue states need to step up or step aside. It’s about more than rallies — it’s about showing up, speaking out, and demanding change from those claiming to represent us.
If democracy means anything, it means active, relentless work. This episode is a call to arms for everyone who wants a fair shot at a government that works for all of us —not just the powerful few. The fight is on. Take a seat, listen, and decide if you’re ready to join in — if not, get out of our way.
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“They say, ‘We don’t need him. Freedom. Freedom. He’s a dictator. He’s a dictator.’ … A lot of people are saying, ‘Maybe we’d like a dictator.’”
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