Dear Teachers,

What transpired today at the U.S. Capitol is an example of what Abraham Lincoln called “the mobocratic spirit.” As Lincoln warned in 1838, this force incites lawlessness. It is the thing most dangerous to republican, or representative, government.

At its best, the teaching of American civics and history—our common endeavor with you—inspires students.

It inspires in them a reverence for justice and the rule of law, a demand for equality, and a love of liberty. It invites them to understand and uphold constitutionally-guided, peaceful transitions of power.

As you examine the events of this week with your students, the Bill of Rights Institute has prepared this playlist of BRI resources.

The BRI team hopes this is useful to you as you continue to inspire students—even in the midst of the most challenging circumstances.

With gratitude,

David Bobb
President, The Bill of Rights Institute