In this conversation, Victor Cornejo engages with Professor Kermit Roosevelt III, author of The Nation That Never Was, to explore the themes of American identity, the significance of national values, and the evolution of ideals throughout American history.
In This Episode
00:00 The Importance of National Narratives
05:08 Understanding the Standard American Story
09:56 The Compromise of Slavery and Nationhood
15:09 Ideologies of Individualism vs. Equality
20:00 Reconstruction and the Evolution of American Ideals
25:11 Critiquing Foundational Myths and Embracing Change
30:19 The Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
36:40 Race and Identity in America
40:00 The Constitution: A Living Document?
44:54 Judicial Independence and Life Tenure
52:05 Political Polarization and Constitutional Amendments
56:51 Hope for the Future: Engaging the Next Generation
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