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100 Laws That Change America

100 Laws That Change America

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 Every law tells a story—of movements that demanded change, crises that forced action, and compromises that shaped a nation.

100 Laws That Shaped America is a podcast from Hakivo, the AI-powered civic engagement platform that turns dense legislative text into clear, listenable audio briefings.

Each episode unpacks one of the 100 most consequential pieces of US legislation from 1900 to 2000: the debates behind them, the provisions within them, and the legacy they left.

Produced using AI voice generation technology, this series brings Hakivo's mission to life—making democracy understandable, one bill at a time.

Subscribe and start your 100-day civic education journey.Copyright Tarik Moody Politik & Regierungen Sozialwissenschaften Welt
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  • Ep. 41: The Law That Opened and Closed America's Doors - The McCarran-Walter Act of 1952

    Ep. 41: The Law That Opened and Closed America's Doors - The McCarran-Walter Act of 1952
    Jan 16 2026
    Join us for episode 41 of Signed Into Law as we explore the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952, better known as the McCarran-Walter Act. This landmark legislation codified America's immigration system, maintaining controversial national origins quotas while simultaneously eliminating racial barriers to naturalization. Discover how this complex law both restricted and expanded who could become American citizens during the Cold War era.

    Whether you're a history enthusiast, student of immigration policy, or simply curious about the laws that shaped modern America, this episode reveals the contradictions at the heart of mid-century immigration reform. Subscribe to Signed Into Law to never miss an episode exploring the legislation that built America.

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    12 Min.
  • Ep. 40: When America Said 'Enough' to Presidential Power - The Two-Term Limit

    Ep. 40: When America Said 'Enough' to Presidential Power - The Two-Term Limit
    Jan 15 2026
    In this episode of Signed Into Law, we explore the Twenty-Second Amendment, ratified in 1951, which forever changed the American presidency by limiting commanders-in-chief to two terms in office. After Franklin D. Roosevelt shattered George Washington's two-term tradition by winning four consecutive elections, Congress and the states decided it was time to codify what had been an unwritten rule for over 150 years. Discover the political battles, constitutional debates, and concerns about executive power that led to this landmark restriction on presidential authority.

    Join us as we examine how this amendment reshaped American democracy and why the question of term limits remains relevant today. Part of the Signed Into Law series exploring the laws that built America. Subscribe now to never miss an episode of constitutional history that continues to impact our lives today!

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    10 Min.
  • Ep. 39: The Law That Gave Grandma a Fighting Chance - Social Security Expansion of 1950

    Ep. 39: The Law That Gave Grandma a Fighting Chance - Social Security Expansion of 1950
    Jan 14 2026
    In 1950, America transformed its promise to the elderly with the Social Security Amendments—a landmark expansion that extended coverage to millions and dramatically increased benefits. Before this law, Social Security covered only a fraction of workers, leaving countless grandparents vulnerable to poverty. This episode of Signed Into Law explores how this pivotal legislation reshaped retirement in America and gave an entire generation a fighting chance at dignity in their golden years.

    Discover the political battles, the human stories, and the lasting impact of a law that fundamentally changed the social contract between government and citizens. Whether you're a history buff, policy enthusiast, or simply curious about the laws that shaped modern America, this episode delivers fascinating insights into one of the most consequential pieces of social welfare legislation ever passed. Subscribe to Signed Into Law to never miss an episode exploring the laws that built America.

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    12 Min.
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