As we look back on 250 years of American exceptionalism, please join the Goldwater Institute and the Texas Public Policy Foundation for a primer and livestream discussion exploring the importance and restoration of civics education, particularly in higher education.

During the expert-led discussion and in partnership with the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal, we will examine the importance of teaching the Declaration of Independence and other foundational documents that shaped our nation. We’ll discuss the role of civics in preparing students to understand America’s founding principles, institutions, and constitutional framework.

Speakers

  • Kate Bierly (Moderator) – Campaign Director, Next Generation Texas, Texas Public Policy Foundation
  • Timothy Sandefur – Vice President for Legal Affairs, Goldwater Institute; Author, Proclaiming Liberty: John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and the Declaration of Independence
  • Andrew Lang, Ph.D. – Professor of History & Constitutional Studies, University of Texas at Austin
  • Tom Lindsay, Ph.D. – Policy Director, Higher Education, Next Generation Texas, Texas Public Policy Foundation