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The National Constitution Center brings you the latest discussions, debates, and analysis on the biggest constitutional issues of the day. Read our Constitution Daily blog, listen to our We the People weekly podcast, and watch experts in our America’s Town Hall programs and live classes.

Jefferson and Madison: From Independence to the Constitution and Bill of Rights
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Jefferson and Madison: From Independence to the Constitution and Bill of Rights

Thomas Jefferson, principal author of the Declaration of Independence, and James Madison, a leading architect of the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights, join Philadelphia students for a conversation exploring the connections among these three founding documents.

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William Magnuson on The Just and the Good: How Law Made the Western World

Tracing the history of law, courts, codes, and constitutions

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Rediscovering America’s Forgotten Founders: Architects of the Constitution

In celebration of Constitution Day, the National Constitution Center explores the lives and legacies of John Dickinson, Gouverneur…

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Looking Back: Authorizing Military Force after the 9/11 Attacks

Shortly after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks carried out against the United States, Congress approved legislation…

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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…

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Constitution Daily Blog

Smart analysis of the latest Supreme Court news and more

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We the People

A weekly show of constitutional debate

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America’s Town Hall Programs

Constitutional experts discuss the best arguments on all sides

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