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Undeniably, lawlessness is growing. The more it grows, the more laws are made. The more laws are made, the less freedom you and I have. It’s time to face the facts. Lawlessness and liberty cannot co-exist.This is Common Sense Civics and Citizenship. 🇺🇸Read the full article here civicsandcitizenship.org/liberty-and-lawlessness-cannot-co-exist/. Learn more and sign up for weekly email updates at the link in our bio.#freedom #americangovernment #commonsense #civics #citizenship #civildiscourse #liberty #america #education #teaching #politicalliteracy #civicsandcitizenship ... See MoreSee Less

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Essential Lessons for Today’s StudentsWhen you see the yellow school buses rolling down your street in late August, you know it's back-to-school time for America's children. Whether children are public, private, or home-schooled, I wonder what they will learn about America this year. Will the curriculum be laced with political ideology? Or will their books be fact-based? Will there even be a civics book in their backpacks?Question the CurriculumWill students learn about critical American landmarks that inspire patriotism? What about lessons in how Congress passes a bill into law? How many children can recite the Pledge of Allegiance and understand the symbolism of our flag? How about a geography book that teaches about the 50 American states, including their natural resources and terrain? Many children find it fascinating that in our country, not everyone lives the way they do. Where we live determines, in many ways, how we live, where we work, and what we do for a living. Who will teach them these fundamentals if we don't?Recall the Important Lessons You LearnedAs I reflect on my schooling, I recall being fascinated by my textbooks, which sparked my curiosity. I loved being a part of what I perceived to be "the best country on earth." Learning about states that were so different from mine was a real eye-opener. For example, those states had mountains and coal mines. My perception was that fortunate states are bordered by large bodies of water and have big, sunny, clean beaches. Many states had better weather than mine, but they didn't have snow and four seasons like I did. I loved learning about American history and government. I much preferred homework in those classes to any math reasoning problems, I can tell you!It Takes More Than a Good TeacherThere's more to school than math and reading. There's a practical aspect in American studies that prepares students for work and inspires them to dream big. If we leave it up solely to Artificial Intelligence or social media to teach them about our country, they may grow up with someone else's opinion about what is suitable for their lives. Even a school teacher is insufficient to prepare and inspire students if there is not a good textbook, additional primary sources from past generations, and material that allows them to come to their own conclusions. What We Can DoLet's check those backpacks and scan those textbooks. If we don't see material that piques our students' interest, let's supply them with a good book or two that whets their appetite to learn more about our great country. Then, let's engage the younger generation in conversation, sharing our stories and answering their questions.How will you inspire a student? What experience could you share with them?(Please keep comments focused on the principles of responsible civic engagement. Do not name specific political figures or parties—no additional pictures or links, please).This is Common Sense Civics and Citizenship.🇺🇸 #backtoschool #BackToSchool2025 #CivicsEducation #schoolcurriculumimage by Michael Jarmoluk on Pixabay ... See MoreSee Less

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Caesar Rodney: Unsung Hero of IndependenceIt was the summer of 1776. The fate of our nation hung in the balance, but one man's courage and determination would alter the course of history. As we continue in our study of the Declaration of Independence, let's meet this unsung hero.The Call for IndependenceA little background about our first founding American document:June 7, 1776- Richard Henry Lee proposes independence to the Second Continental Congress.June 1776 - The Continental Congress advises the thirteen original colonies to adopt their own governments under the authority of the people.June 15, 1776- Delaware declares its independence.A Critical Vote: The DeadlockBack to the Continental Congress- Here's where the story gets interesting. Voting for independence from England reached a critical point. George Read, an avid supporter of independence, voted against it because he believed the process was moving too quickly. However, Thomas McKeon voted against independence. Now the Congress was in a dead-even split. Caesar Rodney's Daring RideJuly 1, 1776- Enter the hero of the story, Caesar Rodney of Delaware. He was absent during the voting for independence due to illness. He received word of the deadlock in voting and wasted no time. Caesar Rodney, an asthmatic, mounted his horse. He had to arrive in Philadelphia to cast his vote by morning. He rode 80 miles in 18 hrs. straight. That's not the best part. Our sight-impaired American hero rode through the hot summer night, in a thunderstorm, with a scarf around his face to hide the cancerous tumor in his eye.The Vote That Changed HistoryJuly 2, 1776- Caesar Rodney made it on time, although unfashionably bedraggled after his all-nighter ride. The Continental Congress voted for independence. You and I are the beneficiaries of his love for our country.Lessons from an Unsung HeroThis is the stuff real American heroes are made of. Until now, perhaps you have never heard of this American hero. We have so many courageous men and women, unsung heroes throughout our history, who sacrificed to give us our country. We are all familiar with the roles of Washington, Jefferson, and Madison in securing our independence. Still, few, if any, have heard of sight-impaired, asthmatic, freedom-loving, dedicated fellow citizen, Caesar Rodney, and his all-nighter for a cause greater than himself.May we all draw strength from Caesar Rodney's example as we strive daily to ensure the freedoms he sacrificed for, and which we now enjoy. This is Common Sense Civics and Citizenship. 🇺🇸(Please keep comments focused on the principles of responsible civic engagement. Do not name specific political figures or parties—no additional pictures or links, please).#civics #foundingfathers #declarationofindependence #America250 ... See MoreSee Less

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Recapture our American civil discourse by reviving the study of civics and gaining practical knowledge for any stage of life. Candace Donnelly invites you to spend a few minutes with other Americans l...

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Another problem is the expectation that people in their post-high school and post-college years will have a starting salary that will buy a lifestyle it took years for their parents to earn. I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating. “If you want what other people have, do what other people do.” This is Common Sense Civics and Citizenship. 🇺🇸Read the full article here civicsandcitizenship.org/a-changing-perception-of-work/ and don't forget to check out the link in our bio to sign up for our email newsletter. #freedom #americangovernment #commonsense #civics #citizenship #civildiscourse #liberty #america #education #teaching #politicalliteracy #civicsandcitizenship ... See MoreSee Less

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