D.C. Statehood

14/12/2021

Civil Discourse

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Aughie and Nia discuss the potential difficulties of adding the District of Columbia as a state to the United States. Complexities include representation, balancing federal and state needs, and the Constitutional issues.

*Correction: Nia mistakenly says LaFayette planned the city of Washington twice; rather, L'Enfant planned the city. Apologies for the error.

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D.C. Statehood

Civil Discourse

Altri episodi di "Civil Discourse"

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SCOTUS Eras: Fuller Court

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SCOTUS and "Election Day"

SCOTUS Eras: Waite Court

In the News: Virginia 2025 Elections

SCOTUS Eras: Chase Court

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Can He Do That? Demolish the East Wing

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