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A 'mass movement' that threatens American democracy

How a 'mass movement' based on election lies is threatening American democracy

12/09/2021

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A 'mass movement' that threatens American democracy

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How a 'mass movement' based on election lies is threatening American democracy

As President Joe Biden and international leaders discuss the decline of democracy around the world, some political watchers are concerned that the survival of American democracy is also at risk. The Atlantic magazine's cover story, “January 6 Was Just Practice for Trump and His Allies,” argues the threat to the U.S. is coming from within. Staff writer Barton Gellman joins Judy Woodruff with more.

12/09/2021

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