On September 21, the National Constitution Center hosted the 33rd annual Liberty Medal honoring two freedom fighters: Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai and Saudi women’s rights activist Loujain al-Hathloul for their courage and conviction in exercising the fundamental rights of freedom of speech, nonviolent resistance, and peaceful dissent.
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Join the National Constitution Center for a series of FREE America’s Town Hall programs about constitutional issues in the news—accessible from your computer, laptop, or any mobile device by registering below.
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Thursday, October 7 | Noon ET
Free Online
The National Constitution Center and WHYY present a conversation exploring a major issue at the forefront of the national police reform debate—qualified immunity. Gloria Browne-Marshall, professor of constitutional law at John Jay College of Criminal Justice; Leonard Kesten, an attorney who has litigated hundreds of cases involving the application of qualified immunity; and Rafael Mangual, senior fellow and head of research for the Policing and Public Safety Initiative at the Manhattan Institute, join moderator Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, to discuss what the doctrine is and whether it needs to be reformed.
This program is presented in partnership with WHYY’s Your Democracy initiative, supported by the Sutherland Family.
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Wednesday, October 13 | 7 p.m. ET
Free Online
Historians Allen Guelzo of Princeton University and Sophia Rosenfeld of the University of Pennsylvania join political philosopher Steven Smith of Yale University for a timely discussion exploring Smith’s newest book, Reclaiming Patriotism in an Age of Extremes. The conversation will explore some of the key episodes of patriotism and dissent throughout American history—from the Revolution through Founding and the Civil War to today—and highlight what patriotism has meant over time, and why deliberation is key to its future. Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, moderates.
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Tuesday, October 26 | Noon ET
Free Online
How should we understand and tell the story of American constitutional development over time? Professors Wilfred Codrington III of Brooklyn Law School and Charles Kesler of Claremont McKenna College discuss the different narratives of that development as explored in their newest books: Codrington’s The People’s Constitution: 200 Years, 27 Amendments, and the Promise of a More Perfect Union and Kesler’s Crisis of Two Constitutions: The Rise, Decline, and Recovery of American Greatness. Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, moderates.
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All of our town hall programs are recorded and available on our website and YouTube channel. Check out our special Constitution Day conversation The Legacy of America's Founding Fathers with historians Gordon Wood and Edward Larson, author Emily Pears, and scholar Lucas Morel.
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On September 17, the National Constitution Center commemorated the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution by bringing together some of the best constitutional historians, scholars, and judges in America. Full event videos are available below or on our website.
Dr. William R. Hite of the Philadelphia School District, Louise Dube of iCivics, and Sal Khan of Khan Academy discuss the state of civics education in the United States.
Professors Martha S. Jones, Hasan Kwame Jeffries, and Robert P. George return to share their knowledge and answer all of your Constitution Day questions.
Judges Stephanos Bibas, Cheryl Ann Krause, and Marjorie Rendell of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit join us to discuss how they approached some of the most significant appellate cases on last term’s Supreme Court docket.
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Bring the Constitution to Your Classroom All Year Long
The National Constitution Center offers three great ways to bring the Constitution live to your students!
Part lecture and part lively conversation, all are welcome to these weekly classes so that students, teachers, parents, and lifelong learners can join in a discussion with National Constitution Center scholars and special guests.
On Friday, October 8 at 1 p.m. ET, Akhil Reed Amar, Sterling Professor of Law and Political Science at Yale University, joins National Constitution Center President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen for a discussion on the form of government established by the Constitution, and its key ideas—including natural rights, the rule of law, and popular sovereignty. Register here.
Teachers can schedule their class to join peer-to-peer scholar exchanges, allowing students in multiple classes to review the materials with scholars in a smaller group for more one-on-one support to improve constitutional understanding and promote opportunities for civil discourse and discussion.
Virtual tours provide learners the opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes experience hearing the personal stories and historic context that bring the Constitution to life. One of the Center’s museum educators will walk your group through our exhibits live, which will allow your group to interact with them directly to ask questions or engage with other groups on tour!
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Recent highlights of the National Constitution Center in the news:
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Recently on We the People podcast:
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Become a Member of the National Constitution Center today to support constitutional education for all and enjoy all of the benefits of membership, including exclusive access to Members-only online programs. This month, Members can participate in a behind-the-scenes look at the artifacts in our 19th Amendment exhibit in a virtual tour guided by our exhibit development team. Learn more in the Members’ Corner section of our website.
The National Constitution Center is America’s leading platform for nonpartisan education and debate about the U.S. Constitution. Your membership gift supports our educational programs for learners of all ages, including Constitution 101 classes, We the People podcasts, America’s Town Hall programs, and constitutionally-themed exhibits. Learn more and join online today or call
215-409-6767.
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