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EPISODE · Jul 2, 2026 · 1H 6M

Constitution Breakdown #8: Jill Lepore

from The 99% Invisible Breakdown · host Jill Lepore

This is the eighth episode of our ongoing series breaking down the U.S. Constitution. This month, Roman and Elizabeth discuss Article V, which lays out the process to amend the Constitution. Then, Jill Lepore lays out her thesis that the Constitution is truly meant to be amended, explains why Article V amendments have become functionally impossible, and tells some fascinating stories about the people who have championed amendments. The 99% Invisible Breakdown of the Constitution Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Roman and Elizabeth discuss Article V, which lays out the process to amend the Constitution. Jill Lepore is our guest.

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