Recently, the news featured a government “authority” telling us that a particular illegal act should not be treated as criminal. Instead, the “authority” firmly believes this unlawful act is a civil case. We don’t usually think about the difference between civil and criminal cases. It’s a civics issue; we must know their differences, so let’s […]
The Economy IS a Civics Issue
Recently, I was informed by a participant that my article, “DOGE, Dividends, and Debt” (https://civicsandcitizenship.org/doge-dividends-and-debt/ )was political and not a civics issue. I say economic issues are civics issues. Let’s discuss. The Economy Impacts Our Lives Comprehending how your government taxes you, spends your money or grows the economy is essential to understanding how our […]
Three Branches of Government and Why It Matters
How did our Founders arrive at the concept of three branches of government, and why does it matter? The Concept of Three Branches of Government Goes Way Back Have you ever heard of Polybius, the ancient Greek historian? Me neither, until today. He found the three popular forms of governance in his day to have […]
December 7th, 1941- “A Date That Will Live In Infamy”
Will December 7th, 1941 be “a date that will live in infamy?’ Not if we don’t pause, reflect on the lessons of history, and pass it on to our children. This week, I taught a Jr. High Civics lesson on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day to my students. They were particularly interested in the wreckage of […]
Do You Know Your Rights?
Do you know your rights? Most of us are familiar with the Second Amendment but have you read and understood your First Amendment rights or better, all of the Bill of Rights? I heard the quote, “It’s ok for me but not for thee.” In other words, if they like a right, that right only […]
Passing On Our Patriotism
You don’t need a trip to Washington to learn about our House (The House of Representatives). No matter what your level of interest, you’ll find fun details and info at www.history.house.gov There’s information on everything from the 1927 Congressional Club Cookbook, to the House Practice and Traditions, to Minorities in Congress, tothe History, Art and […]
