Making America Whole Again Via Civics Education

Making America Whole Again Via Civics Education
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The 2016 election and the tumultuous start to Donald Trump's presidency, which hits the 100-day mark next week, have presented civics teachers in red, blue and purple states alike with a double-edged sword. Students are suddenly eager to talk politics and government, but the hyper-partisan reality beyond school walls makes it hard to pull off these discussions in class. In a sharply divided nation, even musty topics like the filibuster can spark heated exchanges and raise parental hackles.

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