Liberalism: Current Challenges and Modern Debates

Thursday, October 23 | Noon ET

Susan Stokes, author of The Backsliders: Why Leaders Undermine Their Own Democracies, and Cass Sunstein, author of On Liberalism: In Defense of Freedom, explore the current challenges facing liberalism and why liberalism remains essential to freedom, democracy, and the rule of law. Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, moderates. Learn more

New Interactive Declaration and 250th Anniversary-Inspired Videos and Essays

As we prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, we invite all Americans to explore the principles and ideas that shape our nation through a new Interactive Declaration of Independence, curated essays, animated videos, and resources for classrooms and communities.

Explore the America at 250 Civic Toolkit

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