Judge David Tatel joins to discuss his new memoir, experiences on the bench, and overcoming blindness   What’s New This Week Judge David Tatel on Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice Run time: 1 hour, 2 minutes Judge David Tatel’s new memoir, Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice, recalls his remarkable legal career. In this episode, Judge Tatel joins Jeffrey Rosen to discuss his experience as a civil rights lawyer, landmark cases he presided over as a federal judge, the challenges his blindness posed, and how he overcame them. Listen now We the People and Live at the National Constitution Center are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more   The Latest at Constitution Daily Blog Gerald Ford’s Unique Role in American History by NCC Staff | Read time: 3 minutes “July 14 is the birthday of the late former President, Gerald R. Ford, who went from being a college football star to the White House under the most unusual circumstances. ...” Read more Truman, Congress Decide Current Line of Presidential Succession by NCC Staff | Read time: 3 minutes “On July 18, 1947, Congress changed the order of who can succeed the President and Vice President in office, more closely reflecting the ideas of the Founding Fathers. ...” Read more   More From the National Constitution Center The 2024 Liberty Medal The 36th annual Liberty Medal will be awarded to America’s storyteller, Ken Burns, for illuminating the nation’s greatest triumphs and tragedies and inspiring all of us to learn about the principles at the heart of the American idea. The National Constitution Center will honor the renowned documentary filmmaker at a ceremony overlooking Independence Mall on September 24, 2024. The Liberty Medal is made possible thanks to support from corporations, foundations, and individuals with proceeds going to further the work of the National Constitution Center. Learn more about individual tickets and sponsorship opportunities   Constitutional Text of the Week Preamble “We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.” Read interpretations in the Interactive Constitution     Support the Center Your generous support enables the National Constitution Center to thrive as America’s leading platform for nonpartisan constitutional education and civil dialogue. SUPPORT Connect With Us Update your email preferences by clicking the Update Profile link below to subscribe to other National Constitution Center newsletters and manage how often you hear from us.   National Constitution Center | Independence Mall, 525 Arch St | Philadelphia, PA 19106 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Our Privacy Policy | Constant Contact Data Notice