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September 16, 2022 at 12:32 PM

Today at 2 p.m. ET: Originalism: A Matter of Interpretation

Scholars and journalists explore the originalist method of constitutional interpretation.   Today at America's Town Hall Originalism: A Matter of Interpretation Friday, September 16 | 2 p.m. ET Should the U.S. C…
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September 16, 2022 at 9:02 AM

Happy Constitution Day!

Celebrate with the National Constitution Center Join us for special programs throughout the day, including a live Preamble Reading, a Kids Town Hall on the First Amendment, and a Scholar Exchange on the Constitutional Convention.  LEARN MORE …
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September 14, 2022 at 6:05 PM

Join us to celebrate Constitution Day with FREE admission and live online programs!

PLUS: 2022 Liberty Medal and new America's Town Hall Programs   The National Constitution Center will award its 34th annual Liberty Medal to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his heroic defense of liberty in the face of Russian tyranny. The ceremony wi…
  Jeffrey Rosen · [email protected]
September 13, 2022 at 5:08 PM

A Special Message from the National Constitution Center

Learn about the major new offerings and exciting programs at the Center   Dear Friends,   This is an exciting time at the National Constitution Center. As we prepare for Constitution Day on September 17, we’re launching a series of major initiatives to expand our r…
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September 10, 2022 at 12:01 PM

The Intellectual Inspirations Behind the Constitution

Learn about the Center's new Founders' Library   What's New This Week The Intellectual Inspirations Behind the Constitution Run time: 1 hour and 15 minutes Explore the National Constitution Center's new Founders’ …
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September 9, 2022 at 9:01 AM

Countdown to Constitution Day!

Learn more about the Constitution 101 Course   Starting Monday, September 12, we are counting down to Constitution Day with a series of great programs at the Center and online, all leading up our two-day celebration on Friday, September 16, and Satu…
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September 8, 2022 at 5:25 PM

NEW America’s Town Hall Programs Announced

Join discussions on originalism, proposed amendments to the Constitution, and more!   New Season at America's Town Hall Originalism: A Matter of Interpretation Friday, September 16 | 2 p.m. ET Should the U.S. Co…
  Jeffrey Rosen · [email protected]
September 6, 2022 at 7:02 PM

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Receive 2022 Liberty Medal

Join us on November 7 as we honor President Zelenskyy   Dear Friends, I'm thrilled to share that the National Constitution Center will award the 34th annual Liberty Medal to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his heroic defense of liberty in the face of Russian ty…
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September 3, 2022 at 12:00 PM

The Legality of the Biden Administration’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

Experts discuss the legal issues on all sides of the plan   What's New This Week The Legality of the Biden Administration’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Run time: 1 hour and 3 minutes Fred Lawrence and Charles C.…
  Gina Romanelli · [email protected]
September 2, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Two Weeks Left Until Constitution Day!

Spend it with the National Constitution Center DOWLOAD FLYER ‌ ‌ ‌ N…
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September 1, 2022 at 1:58 PM

Countdown to Constitution Day!

Learn more about the Constitution 101 Course   Starting September 12, we are counting down to Constitution Day with a series of great programs at the Center and online, all leading up our two-day celebration on Friday, September 16, and Saturday, Se…
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August 26, 2022 at 1:08 PM

...New Constitution 101 Curriculum!

Start the school year with more resources from the Center   All of us at the National Constitution Center are thrilled to be with you as you kick off the school year. We have exciting new offerings to unveil, tons of resources easily accessible on our newly rede…
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August 20, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Constitutional Questions After the Raid on Mar-a-Lago

Experts discuss the raid, investigation, and constitutional questions   What's New This Week Constitutional Questions After the Raid on Mar-a-Lago Run time: 54 minutes John Yoo and Steve Vladeck discuss the FBI ra…
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August 13, 2022 at 12:00 PM

A Constitutional Conversation at Crystal Bridges

In celebration of Crystal Bridges' new exhibit, "We the People: The Radical Notion of Democracy"   What's New This Week A Constitutional Conversation at Crystal Bridges Run time: 1 hour 12 minutes The Crystal Brid…
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August 12, 2022 at 3:02 PM

Missed an America's Town Hall program? Check out our Media Library!

Thank you for joining us this season!   Thank you for joining us for a memorable season of America’s Town Hall. If you missed any programs, or wish to listen to them in audio form through our Live at the National Constitution Center podcast, visit our Media Libr…
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August 6, 2022 at 12:00 PM

The Case for Reforming the Electoral Count Act – Part 2

Experts discuss the pros and cons of the bipartisan Electoral Count Act reform bill   What's New This Week The Case for Reforming the Electoral Count Act – Part 2 Run time: 1 hour Rick Pildes of NYU Law and Michael McConne…
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August 1, 2022 at 2:02 PM

19th Amendment Anniversary, Free Civic Calendar, and more!

August at the National Constitution Center   The Restoring the Guardrails of Democracy initiative brings together America’s leading constitutional scholars and thought leaders of diverse perspectives to identify reforms that could preserve the institutional guar…
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July 30, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Abortion Law in the U.S. and Abroad After Roe

Experts discuss the global state of abortion rights in the wake of the Dobbs decision   What's New This Week Abortion Law in the U.S. and Abroad After Roe Run time: 1 hour Teresa Stanton Collett, David French, Katherine Maya…
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July 23, 2022 at 12:01 PM

What is the “Independent State Legislature Doctrine”? – Part 2

Examine arguments for and against the doctrine that the Supreme Court will hear in Moore v. Harper next term   What's New This Week What is the “Independent State Legislature Doctrine”? – Part 2 Run time: 54 minutes Vikram …
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July 18, 2022 at 12:54 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Oligarchies, Monopolies, and the Constitution

Experts explore what the Constitution has to say about monopolies and antitrust law.   Today at America's Town Hall Oligarchies, Monopolies, and the Constitution Monday, July 18 | 12 p.m. ET Free Online   Is the …
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July 16, 2022 at 12:00 PM

2022 Annual Supreme Court Review

Legal experts discuss the important cases of the term   What's New This Week Restoring the Guardrails of Democracy Run time: 55 minutes Restoring the Guardrails of Democracy team leaders Edward B. Foley, Sarah Isgur, and Cla…
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July 14, 2022 at 2:38 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m. ET: Abortion Law in the U.S. and Abroad After Roe

Experts discuss the global state of abortion rights in the wake of the Dobbs decision.   Today at America's Town Hall Abortion Law in the U.S. and Abroad After Roe  Thursday, July 14 | 7 p.m. ET Free Online The …
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July 12, 2022 at 12:33 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: 2022 Annual Supreme Court Review

A discussion of the most important cases of the Supreme Court term.   Today at America's Town Hall 2022 Annual Supreme Court Review Tuesday, July 12 | 12 - 1:30 p.m. ET The National Constitution Center and ADL p…
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July 9, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Restoring the Guardrails of Democracy

Plus: The EPA, Federal Power, and the Future of Climate Regulations – Part 2   What's New This Week The EPA, Federal Power, and the Future of Climate Regulations – Part 2 Run time: 1 hour and 2 minutes Jonathan Adler and Lis…
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July 8, 2022 at 5:25 PM

Supreme Court Review, abortion law in the U.S. and abroad, and more!

Upcoming at America’s Town Hall   July at America's Town Hall 2022 Annual Supreme Court Review Tuesday, July 12 | 12 - 1:30 p.m. ET The National Constitution Center and ADL present an America's Town Hall featuring distin…
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July 6, 2022 at 5:49 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m.: Restoring the Guardrails of Democracy

Experts identify reforms that might address current threats to American democracy   Tonight at America's Town Hall Restoring the Guardrails of Democracy Wednesday, July 6 | 7 p.m. ET As January 6 hearings procee…
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July 2, 2022 at 12:02 PM

We the People covers the Court's abortion and religious liberty decisions

Hear analysis on the last weeks of the term   What's New This Week Vouchers, Prayers, and Religion in American Schools Run time: 52 minutes Michael Moreland and Erwin Chemerinsky discuss the outcomes of Carson v. Makin a…
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July 1, 2022 at 2:02 PM

Free Admission on July 4, New America's Town Hall programs, and more!

July at the National Constitution Center   Toward the end of a landmark term, the Supreme Court released its opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, overruling Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, which held that women have the constitut…
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June 30, 2022 at 9:28 PM

Just Announced: Restoring the Guardrails of Democracy

Join us for the special launch of the reports on “the guardrails of democracy.”   Upcoming at America's Town Hall Restoring the Guardrails of Democracy Wednesday, July 6 | 7 p.m. ET As January 6 hearings proceed…
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June 25, 2022 at 12:01 PM

What the Supreme Court’s Opinion in NYSRPA v. Bruen Means for the Second Amendment

Plus, the Dobbs decision and related resources What's New This Week What the Supreme Court’s Opinion in NYSRPA v. Bruen Means for the Second Amendment Run time: 56 minutes Adam Winkler and Clark Neily discuss th…
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June 20, 2022 at 3:56 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m.: Juneteenth: Tracing the Origins and Significance

Scholars explore Juneteenth’s connection to July 4, the Declaration, and more. Tonight at America's Town Hall Juneteenth: Tracing the Origins and Significance Monday, June 20 | 7 p.m. ET As part of the …
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June 18, 2022 at 12:02 PM

How to Prevent Another January 6

Judge Luttig and others discuss guardrails of democracy What's New This Week How to Prevent Another January 6 Run time: 39 minutes As the congressional hearings for January 6 continue, former federal judg…
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June 17, 2022 at 6:06 PM

Just Announced: Juneteenth: Tracing the Origins and Significance

Scholars explore Juneteenth’s connection to July 4, the Declaration, and more. Upcoming at America's Town Hall Juneteenth: Tracing the Origins and Significance Monday, June 20 | 7 p.m. ET As part of the…
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June 16, 2022 at 5:04 PM

Free Admission for Juneteenth, Wawa Hoagie Day, and More!

June at the National Constitution Center It's June, which means the Supreme Court will be announcing decisions in closely watched cases. We the People host Jeffrey Rosen moderates a conversation with five experts about two of the biggest issues before the Supreme Co…
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June 14, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Commemorate Civic Holidays in June

Explore resources for Flag Day and Juneteenth June Civic Holidays Flag day Tuesday, June 14 Celebrate the adoption of the flag of the United States with online resources from the National Constituti…
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June 11, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Free Speech Throughout World History

Explore the history of free speech What's New This Week Free Speech Throughout World History Run time: 59 minutes Jacob Mchangama, author of Free Speech: A History from Socrates to Social Media, and David Cole, Nati…
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June 9, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Join us in June celebrating red, white, and YOU!

Near or far, spend your summer with the us. Summer of Red, White, and YOU! It’s a celebration, and all are welcome! Come cool off with the National Constitution Center for a summer of programs and events to celebrate Red, White, and YOU! The Center of…
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June 4, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Social Media and Public Health: A Conversation Featuring State Attorneys General

Explore the role of state attorneys general in addressing the potential dangers of social media What's New This Week Social Media and Public Health: A Conversation Featuring State Attorneys General Run time: 57 min…
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June 1, 2022 at 12:45 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Social Media and Public Health: A Conversation Featuring State Attorneys General

A bipartisan conversation about social media, public health, and the law Upcoming at America's Town Hall Social Media and Public Health: A Conversation Featuring State Attorneys General Wednesday, June 1…
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May 31, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Supreme Court Cases to Watch

Explore resources on upcoming Supreme Court cases this term Supreme Court Cases to Watch Explore Resources on Recent Cases Five Expert Takes on Two Big Issues This Term In this episode of the We…
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May 28, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Three Election Law Cases and What They Mean for Democracy

Learn about the cases and the issues surrounding them What's New This Week Three Election Law Cases and What They Mean for Democracy Run time: 54 minutes Host Jeffrey Rosen joins John Fortier and Rick Hasen to discu…
  National Constitution Center · [email protected]
May 26, 2022 at 7:02 PM

Just Announced: Social Media and Public Health: A Conversation Featuring State Attorneys General

Join us at America’s Town Hall June at America's Town Hall Social Media and Public Health: A Conversation Featuring State Attorneys General Wednesday, June 1 | 12 p.m. ET The National Constitution Cente…
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May 26, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Enjoy your summer at the Center!

A collection of opportunities for educators in and around Philadelphia Memorial Day Weekend Programming Friday, May 27 – Sunday, May 29 The National Constitution Center will honor America’s fallen military heroes with sp…
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May 24, 2022 at 12:31 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: The United Kingdom and the United States: A Constitutional Dialogue

Scholars compare the legal systems of the United States and the United Kingdom. Upcoming at America's Town Hall The United Kingdom and the United States: A Constitutional Dialogue Tuesday, May 24 | 12 p.…
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May 24, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Explore our Recorded 2021-2022 Classes!

Watch any session from this school year on demand Recorded Scholar Exchanges Did you miss a session from this school year? Do you want to revisit a previous class or hear from a past guest scholar? …
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May 21, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Five Expert Takes on Two Big Issues This Term

Learn about the biggest issues before SCOTUS: abortion and guns What's New This Week Five Expert Takes on Two Big Issues This Term Run time: 37 minutes Host Jeffrey Rosen moderates a conversation with five experts a…
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May 17, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Join Us for Our Last Week of Classes!

MSNBC’s Ali Velshi Discusses Supreme Court Cases to Watch on Friday Upcoming Scholar Exchanges Supreme Court in Review: Cases to Watch Introductory: Wednesday, May 18, 12 p.m. ET Advanced: Wednesday…
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May 14, 2022 at 12:01 PM

The Dobbs v. Jackson Case – Part 3

Learn about the future of abortion rights in America What's New This Week The Dobbs v. Jackson Case – Part 3 Run time: 54 minutes Professors Mary Ziegler and O. Carter Snead join host Jeffrey Rosen to unpack the con…
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May 10, 2022 at 1:52 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Rights, Regulations, and the Modern Administrative State

Experts explore the rise of the administrative state and its future. Upcoming at America's Town Hall Rights, Regulations, and the Modern Administrative State Tuesday, May 10 | 12 p.m. ET Free Online Fro…
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May 10, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Learn About the Second Amendment This Week

Clark Neily Joins Us on Friday Upcoming Scholar Exchanges The Second Amendment Introductory: Wednesday, May 11, 12 p.m. ET Advanced: Wednesday, May 11, 2 p.m. ET Engage in a conversation on the Se…