Displaying 2 items of Everything's Political with the tag "american democracy".
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Episode 8: Why Are Voters Losing Faith in Politics?
November 3rd, 2026 | Season 7 | 41 mins 34 secs
american democracy, community organizing, democratic party, everything's political, junius williams, marilyn davis, political accountability, political participation, political podcast, political power, trinity watson, trust in government, two party system, voter apathy, voter disengagement, voter education, voter engagement, voting rights, why voting matters
Why are voters losing faith in politics, even when they understand the importance of voting?
In Season 7, Episode 2 of Everything's Political, Junius Williams welcomes Detroit cultural organizer Trinity Watson and government affairs consultant Marilyn Davis for a candid conversation about voter disengagement, declining trust in government, political accountability, and the responsibility of political parties to engage the communities they represent.
Together, they explore what it takes to rebuild trust, inspire political participation, and create meaningful change beyond the ballot box.
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Episode 7: Episode 1: Does Your Vote Really Matter? The Power of the Vote
October 15th, 2026 | Season 7 | 37 mins 52 secs
aljosie aldrich harding, american democracy, black history, civic education, civil rights movement, community organizing, fannie lou hamer, junius williams, political power, sncc, social justice, the power of the vote, voter engagement, voting rights
Does your vote really matter? In the Season 7 premiere of Everything's Political, civil rights activist Junius Williams welcomes movement elder Aljosie Aldrich Harding for a powerful conversation about voting rights, voter disengagement, and the struggle for political power.
Drawing from their experiences in the Civil Rights Movement, they explore why younger generations are questioning the value of voting, the sacrifices made to secure voting rights, and how communities can reclaim their political voice.
Discover why the power of the vote goes far beyond the ballot box.