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Throughline November 12, 2020 44m

The Shadows of the Constitution

NPR

Summary

This episode explores the dual nature of the U.S. Constitution as a document that both protects and fails individuals. It references the play "What the Constitution Means to Me" by Heidi Schreck and discusses the concept of the "penumbra" as a space of ambiguity. The takeaway is that understanding these complex historical realities is crucial for a more nuanced view of the country.

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