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Correction: Q&A is Sept. 24, 8-9pmEt
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Biden is the Democracy Defender We Need Now
He is a vigorous opponent of autocratic forces at home and abroad
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Q3 Assessment;Reg. Info Tonight's Q&A, 8-9pmET
A focus on autocratic foreign policy, from North Korea to the GOP
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Paxton Acquittal: Protecting the Lawless is what Authoritarian Parties Do
The logic of corruption dictates GOP actions at the state and national levels
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Reg. Info Today's Q&A, 1-2pmET
And a serene sea scene in Nazaré, Portugal
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Neo-Nazis and Neo-Fascists Found a Home in Pinochet's Chile. Today's Fascists Admire that Regime of Terror
Welcome back to Lucid, and a big hello to all new subscribers. Our next Q&A is Friday, Sept. 15, 1-2pmET. Paying subscribers will receive a link to…
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The Two 9/11s: US Terror Attack and Chile Coup; Sept. Q&As and Appearances NYC & Miami
And my new Atlantic essay on how Chile won back democracy
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Premium Members' Q&A Sunday, Sept. 17, 8-9pmET
And an evocative image from Chile
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Reg. Info for Today's Q&A, 1-2pmET
And a refreshing view of Montmorency Falls near Quebec City
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The Proud Boys Will Continue to Mainstream Hate
But the lengthy prison sentences for its leaders are a victory over extremism
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Ai-jen Poo on Hope, Care, and Equitable Pay as Vital for Democracy
My 2022 interview with the visionary activist, reprised in honor of Labor Day.
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Reg. Info Today's Q&A, 1-2pmET
And a charming Cape Cod view
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