The Freedom Academy with Asha Rangappa

A Substack that explores how we can develop our "moral muscle" to stand up for democracy -- and each other -- in this critical moment. Plus insight and analysis at the intersection of law, national security, and the intelligence community.

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Articles

• Statement from the American Bar Association Feb 11, 2025 • Asha Rangappa

• Prebunking Elon Musk's Super Bowl Propaganda Feb 9, 2025 • Asha Rangappa

• Making Sense of MAGA Sep 5, 2025 • Asha Rangappa

• What's the Real Quid Pro Quo with Bukele? Apr 17, 2025 • Asha Rangappa

• The X Factor Feb 2, 2025 • Asha Rangappa

• The 7 Crucial Moments in the Minneapolis ICE Shooting Jan 10 • Asha Rangappa