'We the People' explores the history and complexities of the U.S. Constitution

By Steve Inskeep

Published October 2, 2025 at 10:56 PM HST

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with U.S. historian Jill Lepore about her new book, "We the People: A History of the U.S. Constitution."

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Steve Inskeep is a host of NPR's Morning Edition, as well as NPR's morning news podcast Up First.

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