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October 7, 2023 at 12:00 PM

Is the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Unconstitutional?

Recapping oral arguments in a case challenging the funding structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.   What’s New This Week Is the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Unconstitutional?  Run time: 45 minutes Br…

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October 4, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Tomorrow at 12 p.m. ET: The Forgotten Years of the Civil Rights Movement

Historians explore the central role of African Americans in the struggle for justice and equality.   Tomorrow at America’s Town Hall The Forgotten Years of the Civil Rights Movement Thursday, October 5 | Noon ET Prize-wi…

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October 4, 2023 at 2:09 PM

The 2023 Liberty Medal Ceremony, New America's Town Hall Programs, and More

October at the National Constitution Center   Last month, the Center announced that Judge J. Michael Luttig and Mrs. Elizabeth A. Luttig have acquired and will loan to the National Constitution Center in perpetuity a first-edition, two-volume set of The Federali…

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October 3, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Does the Constitution Protect the Right to Vote?

A collection of resources about the history of voting rights Our Favorite Voting Rights Resources The original Constitution did not specifically protect the right to vote—leaving the issue largely to the states to decide. For much of American history, this…

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September 30, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Previewing the Supreme Court’s October 2023 Term

Adam Liptak and Sarah Isgur join host Jeffrey Rosen to preview the Supreme Court’s upcoming term.   What’s New This Week Previewing the Supreme Court’s Upcoming Term Run time: 56 minutes Adam Liptak and Sarah Isgur join host…

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September 27, 2023 at 9:30 PM

CORRECTION: Tomorrow at 12 p.m. ET: How to Interpret the Constitution: A Citizen’s Guide

Experts discuss the current controversies surrounding constitutional interpretation.   We inadvertently sent a version of a post-event email. Please see below for information regarding tomorrow's event. Tomorrow at America’s Town Hall …

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September 27, 2023 at 9:08 PM

Thank you for joining us for How to Interpret the Constitution: A Citizen’s Guide

Coming up next: The Forgotten Years of the Civil Rights Movement   Thank you for joining us for How to Interpret the Constitution: A Citizen’s Guide You can watch this program and all of our archived America’s Town Hall programs on our  YouTube channel or in o…

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September 26, 2023 at 2:10 PM

Reminder: Join us for the 2023 Liberty Medal Honoring Judy Woodruff and David Rubenstein

Tickets and sponsorship packages are available now Jeffrey Rosen and the Board of Trustees of the National Constitution Center invite you to the 35th Annual Liberty Medal Ceremony honoring Judy Woodruff & David Rubenstein  for their inspi…

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September 26, 2023 at 9:01 AM

How Do We Amend the Constitution?

PLUS: Civic Calendars are here! Civic Calendars Now Available: 2023-2024 Civic Calendar The National Constitution Center’s 2023-2024 Civic Calendar is available now! This year’s calendar explores the Civil Rights Movement.   Each month features…

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September 23, 2023 at 12:00 PM

A Debate About Religious Liberty in America

Leading scholars debate to what extent religious people have a constitutional right to exemption from obeying the law   What’s New This Week A Debate About Religious Liberty in America Run time: 1 hour, 3 minutes Marci Ha…

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September 22, 2023 at 4:52 PM

A Constitution Week to Remember!

Sharing links to our superb Constitution week programs     Dear Friends,  We’ve just finished an exciting week celebrating Constitution Day and the opening of the NCC’s new First Amendment exhibit. It was so inspiring to see the NCC full of learners of all…

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September 19, 2023 at 9:31 AM

Beyond Constitution Day: Live Online Programs All Year Long

Virtual learning programs designed for every student Thank you for celebrating Constitution Day with us! Revisit the excitement here. You can also continue the celebration with our standards-aligned, engaging programs designed to help you implement an impactful year…

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September 18, 2023 at 2:23 PM

Today at 6:30 p.m. ET: The History of Religious Liberty in America

Experts discuss how did the founders viewed religious liberty and what it means today.   Today at America’s Town Hall The History of Religious Liberty in America Monday, September 18 | 5:30 p.m. ET Reception, 6:30 p.m. E…

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September 18, 2023 at 9:01 AM

Happy Constitution Day!

Celebrate with the National Constitution Center Join us for special programs throughout the day, including a live Preamble Reading, student town halls with Mary Beth Tinker and Simon Tam, and a Scholar Exchange on the Constitutional Convention.  EVENT …

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September 16, 2023 at 12:02 PM

National First Amendment Summit

Free-speech advocate Salman Rushdie and others explore the increasing threats to freedom of expression   What’s New This Week National First Amendment Summit The National Constitution Center, in partnership with a coal…

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September 13, 2023 at 2:40 PM

Today at 5:30 p.m. ET: National First Amendment Summit

Celebrate the opening of our First Amendment gallery   Today at America’s Town Hall National First Amendment Summit Wednesday, September 13 | 5:30–8 p.m. ET Join the National Constitution Center, in partnership with a coalition of …

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September 12, 2023 at 2:11 PM

See the New First Amendment Gallery, Constitution Day, and More!

Upcoming at the National Constitution Center   The Center’s new First Amendment gallery is now open! Explore the 1,500-square-foot exhibit which features more than 20 artifacts highlighting all five freedoms, including a draft opinion with handwritten…

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September 12, 2023 at 9:31 AM

Three Great Ways to Celebrate Constitution Day

Live events focusing on the First Amendment, the Constitutional Convention, and more Discover Stories, Speak With Scholars, and Focus on the First Amendment  This Constitution Day, discover the stories of “We the People,” speak with scholars about the …

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September 9, 2023 at 12:02 PM

The U.S. Supreme Court and Ethics Reform

Experts discuss various proposals to reform ethics rules for the Supreme Court   What’s New This Week The U.S. Supreme Court and Ethics Reform Run time: 48 minutes Law professors Daniel Hemel and Daniel Epps join host Jef…

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September 5, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Constitution Day, live online programs, and more!

Kick off your year of constitutional learning! Celebrate Constitution Day Constitution Day Celebration Monday, September 18  In September 1787, the Founders signed the most influential document in American history, the U.S. Constitution. Ever…

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September 2, 2023 at 12:00 PM

Is President Trump Disqualified From Office Under the 14th Amendment?

Constitutional law experts discuss whether and how Section 3 of the 14th Amendment might apply to disqualify President Trump from office   What’s New This Week Is President Trump Disqualified From Office Under the 14th Ame…

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August 31, 2023 at 6:19 PM

REMINDER: Join Us for the National First Amendment Summit

Celebrate the opening of our First Amendment gallery   Join the National Constitution Center, in partnership with a coalition of leading free speech organizations, for a National First Amendment Summit to address the increasing threats to freedom of expression …

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August 29, 2023 at 9:31 AM

Celebrate Five Freedoms This Constitution Day

Live First Amendment programs for every learner Countdown to Constitution Day Monday, September 18   In September 1787, the Founders signed the most influential document in American history, the U.S. Constitution. And every year, the National Constituti…

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August 26, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Montesquieu and the Constitution

A discussion on the political thought of Montesquieu and his influence on American democracy   What’s New This Week Montesquieu and the Constitution Run time: 1 hour William B. Allen, Thomas Pangle, Dennis Rasmussen, and …

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August 25, 2023 at 3:05 PM

NEW America’s Town Hall Programs Announced

Join discussions on the First Amendment, Native American history, the Espionage Act, and more.   This Fall at America’s Town Hall National First Amendment Summit Wednesday, September 13 | Reception: 4–5:15 p.m. ET; Progr…

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August 22, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Join Our Educator Community

A collection of professional learning opportunities to empower educators Educator Community Join the NCCed Community The National Constitution Center is focused on working with educators and scholars to empower classrooms throughout the countr…

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August 19, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Civic Virtue and Citizenship

A discussion with three authors about the role of civic virtue and citizenship in democratic societies   What’s New This Week Civic Virtue and Citizenship Run time: 57 minutes Christopher Beem, Richard Haass, and Lorraine Pangle di…

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August 18, 2023 at 2:05 PM

Events to Celebrate the New First Amendment Gallery, Constitution Day, and More!

Upcoming at the National Constitution Center   President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen wrote an essay in The Wall Street Journal discussing the recent indictment of former President Donald Trump for conspiring to overturn the 2020 presidential election and how demagogic…

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August 18, 2023 at 9:01 AM

One Month Until Constitution Day

Celebrate We the People with First Amendment rock stars and scholars Countdown to Constitution Day Monday, September 18 | 9:30 a.m. –5 p.m.   In September 1787, the Founders signed the most influential document in American history, the U.S. Constitution…

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August 14, 2023 at 6:06 PM

Join Us for the National First Amendment Summit

Celebrate the opening of our newest gallery, The First Amendment   Join the National Constitution Center, in partnership with a coalition of leading free speech organizations, for a National First Amendment Summit to address the increasing threats to freedom o…

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August 12, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Judge J. Michael Luttig on January 6 and the Indictment of President Donald Trump

A conversation with Judge J. Michael Luttig on the recent federal indictment of President Donald Trump   What’s New This Week Judge J. Michael Luttig on January 6 and the Indictment of President Donald Trump Run time: 51 m…

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August 8, 2023 at 9:15 AM

Check Out a Book From the Founders' Library

A collection of resources to help you teach the Constitution Bring Us Back To School This August, we're sharing resources designed to guide you through the 2023-24 school year. The National Constitution Center’s framework for learning integrat…

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August 5, 2023 at 12:01 PM

The Modern History of Originalism

A conversation with libertarian and conservative scholars about originalism, textualism, and how to interpret the Constitution.   What’s New This Week The Modern History of Originalism Run time: 58 minutes Libertarian and…

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August 1, 2023 at 9:31 AM

Are You Ready for Back to School?

Check out our collection of resources to help you teach the Constitution We're Here To Help! Preparing for back to school? We’re here to help. This August, we’re sharing resources designed to guide you through the 2023-24 school year. The Natio…

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July 31, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Join Us for the 2023 Liberty Medal Honoring Judy Woodruff and David Rubenstein

Tickets and sponsorship packages are available now Jeffrey Rosen and the Board of Trustees of the National Constitution Center invite you to the 35th Annual Liberty Medal Ceremony honoring Judy Woodruff & David Rubenstein  for their inspi…

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July 29, 2023 at 12:02 PM

The Odyssey of Phillis Wheatley

Discussing David Waldstreicher’s new book The Odyssey of Phillis Wheatley: A Poet’s Journeys Through American Slavery and Independence   What’s New This Week The Odyssey of Phillis Wheatley Run time: 1 hour David Waldstrei…

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July 25, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Five Freedoms in Five Podcasts

A collection of First Amendment resources Celebrate the First Amendment All Summer Long In celebration of our newest gallery, The First Amendment, opening September 6, 2023, this summer we’re highlighting resources for each of the five freedoms …

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July 22, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Justice Gorsuch and Native American Law

Discussing recent Native American law decisions and Justice Gorsuch’s approach to these cases   What’s New This Week Justice Gorsuch and Native American Law Run time: 1 hour Native American law experts Marcia Zug and Timo…

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July 15, 2023 at 12:01 PM

303 Creative and Other Key Cases From SCOTUS’s 2022-23 Term

Reviewing the 303 Creative Case and key decisions from the end of Supreme Court’s 2022-23 term   What’s New This Week 303 Creative and Other Key Cases From SCOTUS’s 2022-23 Term Run time: 53 minutes David Cole and David Fren…

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July 13, 2023 at 1:32 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: 2023 Annual Supreme Court Review

Legal experts and court watchers discuss the most significant decisions of the term.   Today at America’s Town Hall 2023 Annual Supreme Court Review Thursday, July 13 | 12-1:30 p.m. ET  The National Constitution Center …

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July 12, 2023 at 2:06 PM

Annual Supreme Court Review, Summer at the Center, and more!

July at the National Constitution Center   This year, the National Constitution Center is celebrating 35 years of inspiring people of all ages to learn about the U.S. Constitution. Explore a timeline of the Center’s greatest highlights, including the people who …

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July 11, 2023 at 9:45 AM

Dive Into the Religion Clauses

Book your trip to see our new First Amendment gallery Celebrate the First Amendment All Summer Long This summer, we're highlighting resources for each of the five freedoms guaranteed in the First Amendment in celebration of our newest gallery, T…

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July 8, 2023 at 12:01 PM

The Historical Legacy of Thomas Jefferson

Discussing Thomas Jefferson’s legacy today   What’s New This Week The Historical Legacy of Thomas Jefferson Run time: 49 minutes In a special Independence Day episode, scholars Akhil Amar and Peter Onuf explore the historica…

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July 6, 2023 at 2:16 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m. ET: Montesquieu and the Constitution

Scholars discuss Montesquieu's influence on American democracy.   Tonight at America’s Town Hall Montesquieu and the Constitution Thursday, July 6 | 7 p.m. ET  Described in The Federalist as “the celebrated Montesquieu,…

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July 1, 2023 at 12:02 PM

The Supreme Court Rejects the Independent State Legislature Theory

Breaking down the Court’s recent decision in the Moore v. Harper case   What’s New This Week The Supreme Court Rejects the Independent State Legislature Theory Run time: 59 minutes Judge J. Michael Luttig and Professor Evan …

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June 28, 2023 at 12:32 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: The Modern History of Originalism

Libertarian and conservative experts discuss the modern development of originalism.   Today at America’s Town Hall The Modern History of Originalism Wednesday, June 28 | 12 p.m. ET Join a panel of libertarian and conser…

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June 27, 2023 at 9:45 AM

Thank You, Teachers!

First Amendment resources all summer long Thank You, Teachers! It’s been a pleasure learning from and working with our community of educators this past school year. Education is vital to our republic and we know that teachers are one of the key …

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June 24, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Recapping Allen v. Milligan: The Court Upholds Section 2 of the VRA

Analyzing the Supreme Court’s decision in the Allen v. Milligan case about Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act   What’s New This Week Recapping Allen v. Milligan: The Court Upholds Section 2 of the VRA Run time: 54 minutes Ja…

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June 20, 2023 at 9:45 AM

First Amendment Resources All Summer Long

Plan your visit to see our new First Amendment exhibit Celebrate the First Amendment All Summer Long This summer, we're highlighting resources for each of the five freedoms guaranteed in the First Amendment in celebration of our newest gallery, …

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June 19, 2023 at 11:03 AM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Clarence Thomas and the Constitutional Stories that Define Him

Judges discuss Judge Amul Thapar’s new book, "The People’s Justice"   Today at America’s Town Hall Clarence Thomas and the Constitutional Stories that Define Him Monday, June 19 | 12 p.m. ET  Join Judge Amul Thapar and …

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