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Democracy on Trial

Michael Portillo examines the development of democracy over 2,500 years

Radio 4,3 episodes

Episodes

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Episode 1
Michael Portillo investigates the past and future of the fragile ideal that is democracy.
11 May 2010,45 mins
Episode 2
Michael Portillo examines the past and future of democracy over 2,500 years.
18 May 2010,45 mins
Episode 3
Michael Portillo examines the past and future of democracy over 2,500 years.
25 May 2010,45 mins