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Truth and Law – Essential Elements for Democratic Curriculum
The perceptions of truth and law among young people are instrumental in shaping our democratic society. In today’s digital society, young individuals are exposed to excessive media, numerous information sources, diverse cultural narratives, and changing legal frameworks. Consequently, their understanding
With Freedom Comes Responsibility
Democracy is under siege in the United States. Since the 2020 presidential election and the continued accusations of election fraud, there have been more than 250 bills written across various states to restrict citizens’ voting rights. New redistricting proposals are
The Foundation of Every State is the Education of its Youth — Diogenes
The Foundation of Every State is the Education of Its Youth . . . Diogenes This quote by Diogenes was written boldly above the stage of my high school auditorium. Each time I entered that room I read it.
Concerns of Growing Violence in Our World
Please read – if you are as concerned as I am. Some of us are upset with gun violence – not only mass shootings – but day-to-day violence on the streets. But others hide behind a Constitutional Amendment that was
Best Historical Books
In the past, the best historical books have been dictated by those who don’t have a point of view. The people who created these stories could never imagine anything other than their reality. Many new historical books are changing the
Writing our Personal “His”story or “Her”story
We’re living in a time of reality shows. People spend hours envying the lives of the rich and famous – whether it’s the “The Real Housewives of Dubai” or the “Keeping Up With the Kardashians”. In the “Bachelor” or “Bachelorette”
Benefits of Reading Books
In our world of television and social media, you may ask yourself, “Why read a book?” The advantages of reading books are numerous. Reading a book can help to bridge the achievement gap, give practice reading, and increase information retention.