text:  and fought for by every generation. Put another way, democracy is not a spectator sport. But today, there are widespread fears that America's democratic rights are eroding as people disengage from the political process and watch from the stands. Harvard University professor Stephen Levitsky shares those worries. He's author of books including How Democracies Die, and his concerns continue to deepen as the election approaches. Professor Levitsky, thanks for coming to the studio. Thanks for having me.