April 9, 2025
Based on her new book The Last American Road Trip, Sarah Kendzior shares how she and her family traveled across the U.S.—from Route 66 to national parks—amid political upheaval, rising autocracy, and the COVID-19 pandemic. As both a mother and chronicler of democracy in decline, Kendzior reflects on the beauty, heartbreak, and resilience of the American landscape. This CCWA video explores what it means to love a country while witnessing its unraveling—offering a rare mix of political insight and emotional depth.