Jeffrey’s Substack

Jeffrey’s Substack

About the Substack

Written by a political scientist, this readable and well-researched blog features articles explaining the intricacies of American Democracy and exploring actionable answers to the threats facing it...because. democracy doesn't defend itself.

About Jeffrey R Orenstein, Ph.D.

I am a retired political scientist and author. I am the founder and chairman emeritus of First Responders for Democracy, a 501c3 organization promoting American civic literacy.