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Episode 4: The Long Shadow of the Civil War – Part 2/ Leadership in Turbulent Times
In the second half of our conversation with historian Jeremy Suri, we turn from America’s complex past to the pressing question of how leadership works today in a time of turbulence and distrust. From Lincoln’s unexpected transformation to the barriers that prevent capable leaders from rising, Suri explores what history can teach us about strengthening democracy. He examines the structural forces shaping our politics, the everyday acts of citizenship that still make a difference, and the ways hope endures even in difficult moments. This episode offers a candid and thought-provoking look at…
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