We will talk about the Constitution’s creation, trace major changes to its interpretation, and examine its current structural limitations. You'll learn about some myths and develop a perspective that helps evaluate its meaning more thoughtfully.
- Current status of democracy
- Forming a country
- Development of the Constitution
- Americans understanding of our government and rights
- Does our federal government represent us well?
- Are changes to the Constitution / federal government needed?
Donna L. Cohen, MEd, MLIS - Civics for Adults - Workshops to Enhance Civic Knowledge & Inspire Political Engagement - https://www.civicthinker.info
Donna's background is as a teacher and librarian. For the past nine years, Donna has presented nonpartisan Civics workshops for adults. Her workshops foster critical thinking skills. The content fills gaps in civic and political understanding. She encourages civic engagement by sharing how to get involved effectively. She is active in various civic/political projects.
Made possible by The National Endowment for the Humanities Fund of The Library Foundation.
