A constitutional scholar and founding director of NYU Law School?s Brennan Center for Justice describes why and how our constitutional protections will ultimately survive the current attempts by the Trump presidency to dismantle them.
Burt Neuborne challenges conventional interpretations of the First Amendment, revealing its intentional structure that prioritizes democratic processes over individual rights, such as corporate influence in elections. Drawing from his extensive legal experience, he emphasizes the importance of internal freedom of conscience, expression, and public association. Neuborne encourages readers to appreciate the underlying "music" of Madison's text, highlighting its role in advocating for campaign finance reform, voting rights, and equal treatment. His insights offer a profound lesson in democracy that aims to inspire action and awareness.