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As America approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, classrooms, communities, and organizations across the nation are re-engaging with the founding documents that created our republic. The Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Bill of Rights are no longer dusty artifacts in history textbooks—they are alive in the hearts and minds of students discovering what it means to be American. WHY FOUNDING DOCUMENTS MATTER FOR AMERICA'S 250TH BIRTHDAY America's 250th birthday is m

America's 250th anniversary in 2026 offers a powerful moment to reconnect with our founding documents—especially the Constitution. As educators, parents, and civic leaders plan America 250 celebrations, constitutional literacy has never been more relevant. The 917 Society is helping ensure that every 8th grader has the opportunity to hold and study these foundational texts, turning national pride into genuine civic understanding. Celebrating America's 250th with the Founding

As America approaches its 250th birthday this July 4th, something remarkable and revealing is happening. We are arguing about our own story. Which history gets told. Which monuments stay standing. Which voices get remembered. PBS NewsHour reported this week that deep divisions over how Americans remember their past are coming into sharper focus as the nation approaches this milestone anniversary. And honestly? That division makes the work of The 917 Society more important tha

In today’s political climate, it’s easy to get swept up in the push and pull of party loyalty. But when it comes to our elected...

When elected officials violate their oath to uphold the Constitution, they breach the very foundation of their service to the American...

The U.S. Constitution was designed to be a living document, adaptable to the needs of an evolving nation. While the Founding Fathers laid...

The United States Constitution is often celebrated for its role in establishing and protecting individual freedoms. However, one of its...

The argument that the U.S. Constitution has strayed from the Founders' original intent suggests that the document's interpretation and...

The U.S. Constitution contains several key mechanisms designed to protect against tyranny by ensuring that no single individual or group...

The United States Constitution stands as a monumental bulwark against the tides of communism and socialism, embodying principles that are...

The U.S. Constitution, a living document that has evolved over centuries, stands as a testament to the enduring principles of freedom and...

In the hallowed halls of our nation's capital and the statehouses across America, an oath is taken by every elected official. This oath,...

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it is easy to overlook the bedrock upon which our great nation stands: the U.S. Constitution....

Federalist Paper No. 10, penned by James Madison, is a cornerstone of American political thought. In this essay, Madison tackles the...

In today's political climate, the term "democracy" is often tossed around in discussions about the United States government. However,...

The creation of the U.S. Constitution was a monumental task, involving numerous compromises to satisfy the diverse needs and concerns of...

The Sarah McAbee Show Joni Bryan, founder of the 917 Society, shares her journey of starting an organization to promote constitutional...

America stands tall on the global stage as a beacon of equality and opportunity for all. Our nation's strength lies in its diverse...