Exploring Executive Orders: From FDR's Japanese Internment to Trump's Birthright Citizenship

In this episode of 'Politics in Perspective,' hosts Charles McCoy and Jason Russell, along with special guest Dr. Abby Grubb, discuss the impact and implications of executive orders. They begin by examining President Trump's recent wave of executive actions, particularly focusing on his order regarding birthright citizenship. The conversation then delves into historical context with Dr. Grubb's expertise on FDR's Executive Order 9066, which led to the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII. They explore the legal challenges, public reception, and long-term consequences of such orders, offering a thorough analysis of how executive actions shape political and social landscapes. The discussion also touches upon the potential outcomes of current legal challenges to Trump's immigration policies, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the powers and limits of executive orders.

00:00 Introduction and Panel Introduction

00:49 Trump's Executive Orders: A Busy Start

03:21 Understanding Executive Actions

04:36 Historical Context: FDR's Executive Order 9066

10:24 Life in the Internment Camps

26:30 Legal Challenges and Korematsu Case

35:14 Public Awareness During and After the War

36:14 Civil Rights Movement and Changing Public Opinion

37:18 Recent Executive Orders and Citizenship Issues

38:00 Financial Amends and Public Perception

39:53 Lessons Learned from History

42:48 Understanding Executive Orders

48:36 Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order

51:55 Historical Context of the 14th Amendment

57:20 Legal Challenges and Future Implications

01:07:31 Final Thoughts and Predictions
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