A More Perfect Union

The First Branch

Yuval Levin examines the foundational role of the legislative branch in American democracy, highlighting its design as a forum for discussion, persuasion, and negotiation. Referencing Madison and the Declaration of Independence, Levin explains why the “first branch” was intentionally placed at the heart of the democratic process—as a reflection of a society of equals.

The First Branch

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    A More Perfect Union

    S2025 E1 - 55m 5s

    A MORE PERFECT UNION examines America’s founding and the ideas and values articulated 250 years ago. It features Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein, co-directors of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, and Yuval Levin of the American Enterprise Institute, in conversation with Jeffrey Rosen of the National Constitution Center and Melody Barnes of UVA’s Karsh Institute of Democracy.

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