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Democracy in Action explores how the Constitution has guided Americans from its writing in 1787 to pivotal moments in history. From the Supreme Court’s decision in Brown v. Board of Education to Elizabeth Eckford’s courageous walk as part of the Little Rock Nine, this story highlights how individuals have lived out the Constitution’s principles of equality and justice.
As part of our Constitution Day Live programming, celebrating “Democracy in Your Backyard”, this video shows why the Constitution matters in both historic struggles and everyday choices, and how each of us can uphold its principles and protect opportunity for all.
00:00 – 00:08 Introduction
00:09 – 00:16 The Constitution in American life
00:17 – 00:27 Brown v. Board of Education
00:28 –00:49 Elizabeth Eckford and the Little Rock Nine
00:50 – 01:03 Courage in the face of opposition
01:04 – 01:24 Defending equality with federal power
01:25 – 01:58 Living out constitutional principles
Teach the Constitution in your classroom using BRI's Constitution Day resources and lesson plans: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/con...
Get Pocket Constitutions for your classroom here: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/poc...
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About the Bill of Rights Institute:
Established in September 1999, the Bill of Rights Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization that works to engage, educate, and empower individuals with a passion for the freedom and opportunity that exist in a free society. The Institute develops educational resources and programs for a network of more than 50,000 educators and 70,000 students nationwide.
Official Site: billofrightsinstitute.org
Facebook: / billofrightsinstitute
Twitter: / brinstitute
Instagram: / brinstitute
BRI Educator Newsletter Sign Up Page: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/new...
Democracy in Action explores how the Constitution has guided Americans from its writing in 1787 to pivotal moments in history. From the Supreme Court’s decision in Brown v. Board of Education to Elizabeth Eckford’s courageous walk as part of the Little Rock Nine, this story highlights how individuals have lived out the Constitution’s principles of equality and justice.
As part of our Constitution Day Live programming, celebrating “Democracy in Your Backyard”, this video shows why the Constitution matters in both historic struggles and everyday choices, and how each of us can uphold its principles and protect opportunity for all.
00:00 – 00:08 Introduction
00:09 – 00:16 The Constitution in American life
00:17 – 00:27 Brown v. Board of Education
00:28 –00:49 Elizabeth Eckford and the Little Rock Nine
00:50 – 01:03 Courage in the face of opposition
01:04 – 01:24 Defending equality with federal power
01:25 – 01:58 Living out constitutional principles
Teach the Constitution in your classroom using BRI's Constitution Day resources and lesson plans: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/con...
Get Pocket Constitutions for your classroom here: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/poc...
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About the Bill of Rights Institute:
Established in September 1999, the Bill of Rights Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization that works to engage, educate, and empower individuals with a passion for the freedom and opportunity that exist in a free society. The Institute develops educational resources and programs for a network of more than 50,000 educators and 70,000 students nationwide.
Official Site: billofrightsinstitute.org
Facebook: / billofrightsinstitute
Twitter: / brinstitute
Instagram: / brinstitute
BRI Educator Newsletter Sign Up Page: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/new...
