The JR Sport Brief Show discusses the NBA season, NFL draft, and the Masters golf tournament, featuring interviews with Alexis Belton, a professional golfer, and exploring the history of golf and civil rights, including the legacy of Jackie Robinson and the impact of Tiger Woods on the sport. [... more]

French observer Alexis de Tocqueville's nine-month visit to America in 1830-1831 revealed both the virtues and flaws of American democracy. He marveled at the country's ability to form spontaneous political associations and its federal system, which allowed for a balance of power between the national government and state governments. However, he also criticized the policy of Indian removal, slavery, and the restlessness of American society. Tocqueville's observations provide valuable insights into the complexities of American democracy and its potential for both greatness and decline. [... more]