Giving Up Is Unforgivable: A Manual for Keeping a Democracy
Joyce Vance's book, Substack and recorded conversation with Indivisible CLT
Do you know and follow Joyce Vance?
Until recently I did not, but I do now and I recommend you follow her as well.
Joyce is the author of “Giving Up Is Unforgivable: A Manual for Keeping a Democracy,” and is a former U.S. Attorney and esteemed legal expert on criminal justice and civil rights. Her Substack, “Civil Discourse with Joyce Vance,” currently has over 600,000 subscribers.
Joyce was the guest on this past Tuesday’s “In the Know LIVE” Zoom webinar hosted by Indivisible CLT. The video is just over 57 minutes long, and is available both on Substack and YouTube.
Here’s the full description of the recorded video conversation:
Watch and listen to this recording of Indivisible Charlotte's 'In the Know Live' webinar from February 3, 2026 over Zoom, featuring Joyce Vance, former U.S. Attorney and esteemed legal expert on criminal justice and civil rights. In this engaging discussion with members of our Research Team, Vance discusses her book, 'Giving Up is Unforgivable: A Manual for Keeping Democracy,' which provides essential guidance for defending democratic principles. The conversation explores critical issues including the health of the DOJ, voter suppression tactics, and the importance of civic engagement, particularly among younger generations. Vance shares insights into the importance of due process, free and fair elections, and how community activism plays a pivotal role in maintaining democratic integrity. This enlightening conversation empowers citizens to participate actively and intelligently in their democracy. To learn more about Indivisible Charlotte and participate in future live events, visit www.indivisibleclt.org. Please subscribe to our podcast on Substack, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts.