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The Democracy Amendments with Stef Chura

More Perfect by WNYC Studios

Nov 30, 201800:31:06History

This week, More Perfect takes a look at three amendments on the more obscure end of the spectrum. The 12th, 17th, and 20th Amendments made fine-tune adjustments to the way we pick our leaders. More Perfect is here to pro...

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