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The Constitution in American Life: Featuring the Friends of Publius

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Constitutional Crisis
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John Marshall
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James Madison
Civil Rights
American Revolution
Executive Power
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Bill Of Rights
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Anti-Federalists

Four educators connect U.S. history, politics, Supreme Court decisions, political culture, and the Center for Civic Education’s We the People curriculum to the challenges of modern democracy. Listeners gain perspective on how the Constitution continues to shape American life.

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In this episode, the Friends of Publius discuss Congress and the reasons why it is the most ineffective branch of government.   This question is a revised version of Unit 4, Question 1 of the Center for Civic Education’s We the People curriculum. 

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In this episode, the Friends of Publius the Anti-Federalists and how their fears about the Constitution may or may not have been warranted.   This question is from Unit 2, Question 3 of the Center for Civic Education’s We the People curriculum. 

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In this episode, the Friends of Publius discuss the intersection of the Fourth Amendment and technology.   This question is from Unit 5, Question 2 of the Center for Civic Education’s We the People curriculum. 

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In this episode, the Friends of Publius discuss the ways in which protest and patriotism have evolved and changed in the United States.   This question is from Unit 6, Question 2 of the Center for Civic Education’s We the People curriculum. 

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Chris Cavanaugh
Co-host and educator, with a focus on civic education and the Constitution.
David Richmond
Co-host and educator with expertise in American political thought.
Timothy Moore
Co-host and professor of history focusing on American government and civic education.
Mike Williams
Co-host and educator with a focus on understanding American ideals and governance.

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Madison and the National Veto on State Laws
Q: Can there be an effective national central government while allowing for state sovereignty?
Experience shows that it can work, especially in a large, diverse nation, but the relationship between state and national governments must be clear.
Madison and the National Veto on State Laws
Q: Is this a Need to Know, Nice to Know, or Nuts to Know event?
It is Nice to Know because Nixon's election is significant in the context of political history but not essential for civic education.
Assessing the American Revolution
Q: Does the American war against England truly rise to the level of revolution in your opinion?
The American Revolution was a political revolution that laid the groundwork for future social changes, but at its core, it primarily altered political sovereignty without drastically transforming social structures.
We Still Hold These Truths, Five Principles
Q: How does your understanding of democracy and elections fit with the understandings presented by We Still Hold These Truths?
Professor Williams noted that while democracy and elections are fundamentally important, they have not been treated as such historically.
We Still Hold These Truths, Five Principles
Q: What significant ideas did you encounter since our last meeting?
Professor Kavanaugh discussed attending protests that emphasized the importance of constitutional principles.

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The episodes feature insightful discussions among educators that connect U.S. history, current political challenges, Supreme Court decisions, and the principles behind civic education. Key topics often include the Constitution, the evolution of individual rights, and contemporary debates surrounding governance and civil liberties. Each episode examines historical milestones and philosophical frameworks, making connections between past and present political issues.

Listeners can expect to engage with thought-provoking analyses that highlight the importance of understanding civic responsibilities and rights in a democratic society. Unique to this series is its ability to blend historical context with current events, allowing for a nuanced di... more

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