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In what ways does Inauguration Day 2025 symbolize the resilience or fragility of American democracy?

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Stephen Richer Joins Ash Center of Democratic Governance and Innovation

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In what ways does Inauguration Day 2025 symbolize the resilience or fragility of American democracy?
On January 20, 2025, as Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, the nation reached a critical turning point.

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