Why America Is Still Fighting For Democracy 250 Years Later

David Rothkopf and Joanna Coles discuss the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, reflecting on how little has changed when it comes to protecting democracy from the hands of a mad king. 📖 Title: This Is Why Trump’s Dark Fantasies are Crumbling 👂 Podcast: The Daily Beast Podcast 📺 Episode: 708 🎧 Format: Short 📅 Date: June 3, 2026 👨‍💼 Guest: David Rothkopf 🎙️ Host: Joanna Coles Click here to become an official member of the Daily Beast's YouTube community: https://youtube.com/@TheDailyBeast/join Have a question or comment for us? Send us an email: [email protected] The Daily Beast is committed to accurate, fair, independent, fast, and accountable journalism. We seek the truth and report it honestly, without fear or favor. We ground robust and provocative opinions in fact. Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheDailyBeast?sub_confirmation=1 Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thedailybeast Share this video on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thedailybeast.bsky.social Share this video on X: https://twitter.com/thedailybeast Share this video on Facebook: https://facebook.com/thedailybeast