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November 10, 2022 at 10:01 AM

Register for a Virtual Tour Exploring Founding Documents

Plus: Upcoming Professional Learning Opportunities   Online Learning Opportunities   The Principles of the American Revolution and the U.S. Constitution Virtual Tour Wednesday, November 16 at 12 p.m. ET Friday, November 18 at 1 p…
  Jeffrey Rosen · [email protected]
November 9, 2022 at 9:08 PM

Watch the 2022 Liberty Medal Ceremony

Honoring Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy     Dear Friends,  It was an honor for the National Constitution Center to award the 2022 Liberty Medal to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. On Monday, we were thrilled to hear remarks from President …
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November 5, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Affirmative Action and the 14th Amendment – Part 2

Recapping the oral arguments in a pair of Supreme Court cases about affirmative action   The National Constitution Center will honor Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his heroic defense of liberty in the face of Russian tyranny on November 7, 2022 at 6…
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November 3, 2022 at 2:08 PM

This Month: Programs on Native Americans, Cicero, and more!

Upcoming at America’s Town Hall   Upcoming at America’s Town Hall The Battle for the American West Thursday, November 10 | 12 p.m. ET  For Native American Heritage Month, the National Constitution Center present…
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November 3, 2022 at 9:01 AM

Register for Live at the Museum This Week

Join us for our Friday Session with Gloria Browne-Marshall JUST ANNOUNCED: The National Constitution Center and Khan Academy will launch a free online course, providing high school students with a nonpartisan opportunity to learn about the core principles of the Con…
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November 2, 2022 at 6:03 PM

Join Us for the 2022 Liberty Medal, Native American Heritage Month, and Veterans Day!

November at the National Constitution Center   The National Constitution Center will honor Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the 34th annual Liberty Medal ceremony at 6 p.m. ET on Monday, November 7, 2022. The ceremony will include remarks from: Geo…
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October 29, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Affirmative Action and the 14th Amendment – Part 1

Examining the original text, meaning, and understanding of the 14th Amendment in arguments for and against affirmative action   What's New This Week Affirmative Action and the 14th Amendment – Part 1 Run time: 56 minutes Ted…
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October 28, 2022 at 1:09 PM

Register for a Live Class on Slavery in America

Plus: Gloria Browne-Marshall joins us for our Friday session   Online Learning Opportunities   Live Public Class: Slavery in America Wednesday, November 2, 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. ET In this session, students engage in a conversation…
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October 28, 2022 at 12:04 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Jefferson: The Reader and Writer

Noted historians discuss the life and legacy of the founding father through the lens of his own education   Today at America's Town Hall Jefferson: The Reader and Writer Friday, October 28 | 12 p.m. ET  Join his…
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October 22, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Pork, The Dormant Commerce Clause, and Legislating Morality

Recapping the Supreme Court’s oral arguments in National Pork Producers v. Ross   What's New This Week Pork, The Dormant Commerce Clause, and Legislating Morality Run time: 43 minutes Erwin Chemerinsky and Michael…
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October 21, 2022 at 5:30 PM

JUST ANNOUNCED: Programs on Thomas Jefferson, Native Americans, Cicero, and more!

Upcoming at America’s Town Hall   Upcoming at America's Town Hall Jefferson: The Reader and Writer Friday, October 28 | 12 p.m. ET  Join historians Andrew Browning, author of Schools for the Statesmen: The Diver…
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October 20, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Free, Virtual Learning Opportunity: Voting Rights Tour

  Online Learning Opportunities   Voting Rights and Elections Virtual Tour Wednesday, October 26 at 12 p.m. ET Friday, October 28 at 1 p.m. ET It’s election season! Election Day is a great time to explore the history of voting…
  Jeffrey Rosen · [email protected]
October 17, 2022 at 5:37 PM

Reminder: The 2022 Liberty Medal Honoring President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Join us on November 7! Jeffrey Rosen and the Board of Trustees of the National Constitution Center invite you to the 34th Annual Liberty Medal Ceremony honoring     UKRAINIAN PRESIDENT VOLODYMYR ZELENSKYY for his heroic defense of lib…
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October 15, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Redistricting in Alabama and the Voting Rights Act — Part 2

Recapping the Supreme Court’s oral arguments in Merrill v. Milligan   What's New This Week Redistricting in Alabama and the Voting Rights Act — Part 2 Run time: 53 minutes Rick Hasen and Jason Torchinsky discuss Merrill v. M…
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October 13, 2022 at 9:01 AM

Join a Peer-to-Peer Scholar Exchange!

Plus: Upcoming Professional Learning Opportunities   Online Learning Opportunities   Peer-to-Peer Scholar Exchanges Give your students the opportunity to discuss constitutional topics with a legal professional or constitutional…
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October 8, 2022 at 12:01 PM

A Conversation with Justice Stephen G. Breyer

Hear from the recently retired justice on the importance of civic engagement and civil disagreement   What's New This Week A Conversation with Justice Stephen G. Breyer Run time: 55 minutes U.S. Supreme Court Justice Steph…
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October 7, 2022 at 2:04 PM

2022 Liberty Medal and Live Learning Opportunities for Election Day

October at the National Constitution Center   U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen G. Breyer (Ret.), honorary co-chair of the National Constitution Center along with Justice Neil M. Gorsuch, recently joined students at the Center for a conversat…
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October 6, 2022 at 9:01 AM

Live from the Museum!

Explore new ways to engage with the Center online   Online Learning Opportunities   Live from the Museum! Free Virtual Museum Classes Bring the fun and excitement of a field trip right to your classroom! Designed for third throu…
  Jeffrey Rosen · [email protected]
October 4, 2022 at 8:05 PM

Join Us for the 2022 Liberty Medal Honoring President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Tickets and sponsorship packages are available now Jeffrey Rosen and the Board of Trustees of the National Constitution Center invite you to the 34th Annual Liberty Medal Ceremony honoring     UKRAINIAN PRESIDENT VOLODYMYR ZELENSKYY f…
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October 1, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Supreme Court 2022-23 Term Preview

Looking ahead at some of the high-profile cases SCOTUS will consider in the upcoming term   What's New This Week Supreme Court 2022-23 Term Preview Run time: 1 hour, 3 minutes Caroline Fredrickson and Adam White join host Je…
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September 29, 2022 at 9:01 AM

Register for a Live Class on Voting Rights

Plus: Jamelle Bouie joins us for Friday session!   Online Learning Opportunities Live Class: Voting Rights and Elections Tuesday, October 4, 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. ET (in observance of Yom Kippur on Wednesday, October 5)  Join us for a …
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September 28, 2022 at 12:04 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Election 2022: Are We Ready?

Experts discuss election integrity, voting rights, proposed election reforms, and more   Today at America's Town Hall Election 2022: Are We Ready? Wednesday, September 28 | 12 p.m. ET  With U.S. midterm election…
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September 24, 2022 at 12:01 PM

The NCC’s Constitutional Convention Reports: The Proposed Amendments

Hear about the five new amendments proposed by the Constitution Drafting Project teams   What's New This Week The NCC’s Constitutional Convention Reports: The Proposed Amendments Run time: 1 hour This summer, the …
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September 22, 2022 at 9:01 AM

Join Us for a Live Virtual Tour!

Plus: More opportunities to engage and learn together   Online Learning Opportunities Virtual Tour: Constitutional Convention Wednesday, September 28, 12 p.m. Friday, September 30, 1 p.m.  Virtual audiences can join the Center’s e…
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September 19, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: The NCC’s Constitutional Convention Reports: The Proposed Amendments

Members of the Constitution Drafting Project discuss their proposed amendments to the Constitution.   Today at America's Town Hall The NCC’s Constitutional Convention Reports: The Proposed Amendments Monday, Sept…
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September 17, 2022 at 12:00 PM

Originalism: A Matter of Interpretation

Discussing whether and how the U.S. Constitution should be interpreted according to its original meaning   What's New This Week Originalism: A Matter of Interpretation Run time: 1 hour September 17 is Constitution…
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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…