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The Holy Experiment: Religious Liberty, Pennsylvania, and the Making of America
University of Pennsylvania Professor Marci Hamilton and St. Joseph’s University Professor Emeritus Randall Miller explore how Pennsylvania’s founding shaped the nation’s understanding of religious liberty, what William Penn’s vision achieved and what this history can teach us about sustaining constitutional democracy today.
David O. Stewart on The Democracy We Must Keep
Exploring key founding-era documents and the ideas that shaped America's constitutional democracy
Previewing the Supreme Court’s 2026-2027 Term
The National Constitution Center previews the Supreme Court’s 2026-2027 term
Justices consider challenge to federal criminal sentencing guidelines
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could change how much latitude judges have to determine sentencing in…
Article III and Supreme Court Term Review Featuring Ali Velshi (All Levels)
For our final Fun Friday Session of the 2022-2023 school year, MSNBC’s Ali Velshi returns, joining National Constitution Center…
Constitution Daily Blog
Smart analysis of the latest Supreme Court news and more
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I just wanted to express . . . my sincere thanks for the spirit with which you conduct these sessions. Thought-provoking, and at the same time inclusive of diverse opinions. What a great example for our students! I have to think Madison, Jefferson, et al., would be proud.
