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EPISODE · Sep 23, 2025 · 1H 6M

Born Equal: America’s Founding Promise and the Fight for Equality

from Live at the National Constitution Center · host National Constitution Center

In this episode, we’re sharing a conversation with Jeffrey Rosen and constitutional scholar Akhil Reed Amar of Yale Law School about his new book, Born Equal: Remaking America’s Constitution, 1840–1920, which explores the transformative amendments that redefined freedom, equality, and voting rights in the post–Civil War era.  This program was recorded live in Philadelphia on September 16, 2025.  Stay Connected and Learn More  Questions or comments about the show? Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ Continue the conversation by following us on social media @ConstitutionCtr  Explore the⁠ ⁠⁠America at 250 Civic Toolkit⁠ ⁠Sign up⁠ to receive Constitution Weekly, our email roundup of constitutional news and debate Follow, rate, and review wherever you listen Join us for an upcoming⁠ ⁠⁠live program⁠ or watch recordings on⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube Support our important work:  ⁠Donate

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