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Why a Pocket Constitution Book for Students Is Essential for Civic Renewal in 2026
As America celebrates its 250th birthday in 2026, there has never been a better time to ensure every young person has direct access to our founding document. A pocket constitution book for students is not just a small token—it is a powerful tool for civic awakening and constitutional literacy. The Constitution is the foundation of American democracy, yet millions of students graduate without ever holding a personal copy or deeply engaging with its principles. This gap is exa

Joni917
20 hours ago3 min read
Why the Constitution's 2026 Anniversary Matters to Every 8th Grade Classroom
America is approaching a historic milestone in 2026—the Constitution's 250th anniversary. But here's what many educators don't realize: the constitution 2026 anniversary isn't just a date on the calendar. It's an opportunity to transform how students understand the foundation of American democracy. And it's happening right now, while you're planning your fall curriculum. This year is different. The entire nation is marking the 250th anniversary of America's founding, and civ

Joni917
5 days ago3 min read
How to Get Free Constitutions for My School: A Complete Guide for Educators
If you're a teacher or school administrator wondering how to get free constitutions for my school, you're asking exactly the right question. Constitutional literacy is foundational to civic education, yet many schools struggle to provide every student with an actual copy of the founding document. The 917 Society has made it their mission to ensure that every 8th grader in America has the opportunity to hold a personal copy of the Constitution. Since its founding, the organiz

Joni917
6 days ago2 min read
Constitution Day 8th Grade Program: How to Make Civic Education Stick
Every September 17, schools across America have a golden opportunity to transform Constitutional understanding from a textbook topic into a life-changing moment for young citizens. A strong constitution day 8th grade program is about putting the actual Constitution into students' hands and helping them understand why it matters to their lives, their freedoms, and their future. The 917 Society has spent years perfecting the constitution day 8th grade program that reaches stud

Joni917
7 days ago2 min read


From Oppression to Opportunity: Dr. Ming Wang’s Mission to Protect America’s Constitutional Future
At the heart of the The 917 Society mission is a simple but powerful goal: place pocket copies of the United States Constitution directly into the hands of America’s eighth-grade students. For Dr. Ming Wang, that mission is deeply personal. As president of the organization’s Founders Club and a longtime supporter of the effort, Dr. Wang brings a perspective shaped not only by his professional accomplishments, but by his life story as an immigrant who experienced life without

Rich Washburn
Mar 104 min read


Becoming the Founder: An Unexpected Path to Sovereignty in 2025
There was a time not long ago—perhaps even last year—when many of us wouldn’t have touched AI with a ten-foot pole. And rightly so. What...

Rich Washburn
Jun 4, 20253 min read


An Open Letter to President Donald J. Trump: A Call to Rededicate America to God
Dear President Trump, There comes a moment in the life of every nation where it must look in the mirror and ask: What is our foundation?...

Joni917
Mar 24, 20253 min read


Understanding Federalist Paper #10: The Defense Against Factionalism
Federalist Paper No. 10, penned by James Madison, is a cornerstone of American political thought. In this essay, Madison tackles the...

Rich Washburn
Jul 8, 20242 min read


The Bill of Rights: Protecting Our Liberties and Limiting Government Power
The creation of the U.S. Constitution was a monumental task, involving numerous compromises to satisfy the diverse needs and concerns of...

Rich Washburn
Jun 26, 20243 min read
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