Episode

The Declaration of Independence and Conditions for Democratic Flourishing

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Stanford Legal

Published

Jun 23, 2026

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3123

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Summary

In the opening episode of The Declaration at 250, Michael McConnell introduces a discussion with remarks by Condoleezza Rice and a response from David Kennedy on what makes democracy work. Rice emphasizes institutions and civil society; Kennedy traces evolving ideas of equality and warns about declining trust.