There’s been a lot of important election news this week: Sanders supporters filed a lawsuit, the State Department commented on Clinton’s emails and Trump and Sanders seemed game for a debate — but then Trump backed out.

Some of the Truthdig staff sat down for a live discussion on the week’s news and how it affects California’s June 7 primary — and the future of the American political system.

Watch the full video below:

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