In this session, students explore Article I of the Constitution, which defines the powers of Congress. This class examines constitutional debates involving the legislative branch from the Constitutional Convention to the most recent term.
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Scholar Exchange: Article I: How Congress Works (Middle School Session)
December 02, 2020
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