What do Frederick Douglass, James Madison, and George Washington have in common with today’s leaders? A shared belief: civic learning is essential to a thriving democracy.
In this inspiring message from the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, iCivics, and the Center for Revitalizing American Institutions, Condoleezza Rice, Brandice Canes-Wrone, Louise Dube, Josiah Ober, and Sharon McMahon reflect on the foundational role of education in American democracy—past, present, and future.
As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this video reminds us why civic learning must remain a national priority. It’s not just about knowledge—it’s about cultivating civic honesty, civil discourse, collaboration, and a shared story.
For complete coverage of this event, click here: https://www.hoover.org/news/civic-learning-week-national-forum-celebrating-many-voices-one-nation
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