

Constitution USA with Peter Sagal
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S1 E1 - A More Perfect Union
May 7, 201353minThe founders of the Constitution set up a delicate system of power sharing between states and the national government. Federalism has served us well but, as Peter finds out, it still sparks controversy today, over issues like medical marijuana and gun control.Free trial of PBS DocumentariesS1 E2 - It's a Free Country
May 14, 201353minPeter explores the history of the Bill of Rights, and sees how current battles are still being waged about freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and the right to privacy.Free trial of PBS DocumentariesS1 E3 - Created Equal
May 21, 201353minThe Fourteenth Amendment of 1868 established new notions of citizenship, equal protection, and personal liberty. Peter explores how this momentous amendment continues to influence and define the term “We the People.”Free trial of PBS DocumentariesS1 E4 - Built to Last?
May 28, 201353minWhy has the Constitution survived for more than 225 years and is it up to the challenges of the 21st century? Peter looks at the systems that have kept the Constitution healthy and also at the political forces today that threaten to undermine the framers’ original vision.Free trial of PBS Documentaries
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Directors
- Stephen Ives
Producers
- Catherine AllanAmanda Pollak
Cast
- Peter Sagal
Studio
- PBS
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