National Constitution Center

As the celebration of America’s 250th nears, @ConstitutionCtr invites you to explore the words that define us, the debates that shape us, and the principles that unite us. Discover more with #OurStoryContinues: ow.ly/XkIX50WQmj2

A recent decision by #SCOTUS to return two federal appeals cases to the lower courts will likely start another significant challenge to the Voting Rights Act of 1965: Who can file violation claims about election districts? Read #ConstitutionDaily for more: ow.ly/SHRp50Z2GTJ

Josiah Bartlett represented New Hampshire at the Second Continental Congress, and he cast the first “aye” vote to approve separation from Britain. Learn more about this signer of the Declaration: constitutioncenter.org/signers/josiah… #OurStoryContinues

Cultivate civic hope, optimism, and resilience with your family. Explore how small relational experiences help children build the psychological and civic muscles necessary for life in a constitutional democracy. 🎧 Listen to #CivicParenting to learn more: ow.ly/ypXt50Z1Kse

On #NCCBookClub, Sai Prakash of @UVALaw explores Fries's Rebellion and the precedent it set for the presidential pardon. Learn more and watch the full program: ow.ly/4f6150YV5y9

#OnThisDay in 1896, #SCOTUS upholds the legality of racial segregation in America. The Court decided 7-1 that “separate but equal” public facilities could be provided to different racial groups. ow.ly/7LuX50YWv3Q

#OnThisDay in 1954, #SCOTUS issues its decisions in #BrownVBoard and starts the process of ending segregation in schools. Read more about the famous case on #ConstitutionDaily: ow.ly/xWn850YVyMy

#OnThisDay in 1930, journalist Herbert Croly dies. Croly was a leader in the early 20th century progressive movement. Read his thoughts on the #Constitution in our #FoundersLibrary: ow.ly/5ikn50YVyGz

#OnThisDay in 1868, one man casts a vote in President Andrew Johnson’s Senate impeachment trial. Johnson was charged with violating the Tenure of Office Act after he removed a Secretary of War who had been left over from the Lincoln cabinet. Read more on #ConstitutionDaily: ow.ly/yFgN50YVyCG

On #AmericasTownHall, Author Ellen DuBois of @UCLA explains Elizabeth Cady Stanton’s dedication to personal liberty and freedom. Watch the full program: ow.ly/Em0s50Yyjl3

MuseumFest: Historic District Philly is almost here! Join us at the National Constitution Center to play 18th-century lawn games and see our new exhibit #GoverningTheNation. This event is free and open to the public from 1 to 5 p.m. Learn more and get your tickets: ow.ly/CKn750YVMCz

Recently, a part of the Supreme Court’s work has drawn growing public attention: its emergency, or “shadow,” docket. This week on #WeThePeoplePodcast, @jadler1969 and @steve_vladeck join host @JMSilverbrook to explore the #ShadowDocket. Listen now: ow.ly/KFNo50YZA51

Did you know #Philadelphia used to be the nation’s capital? The city became the ex-capital for several reasons—including a deal between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson and a compromise over slavery. Read more on #ConstitutionDaily: ow.ly/eY0650YVysL

#OnThisDay in 1846, Congress declares war on Mexico at the request from President James K. Polk. Read about the conflict that set into motion the Civil War—and led to Texas and nine other states joining the Union—on #ConstitutionDaily: ow.ly/xRZq50YVyqF

Why is the Supreme Court’s emergency docket drawing more attention in recent years? #ConstitutionDaily explores the rise in emergency actions at #SCOTUS: ow.ly/JRu350YZ9Qf #ShadowDocket #InterimDocket

Sai Prakash of @UVALaw explains the Pardon Clause and its origin on #NCCBookClub. Watch the full conversation on his new book “The Presidential Pardon: The Short Clause with a Long, Troubled History:” ow.ly/7JtE50YV58A

Read Justice Gorsuch's reflections on the Declaration of Independence: wsj.com/opinion/how-im…

Read Justice Breyer's reflections on the U.S. Constitution: usatoday.com/story/opinion/…

📖 Explore America’s founding documents with @ConstitutionCtr’s new book “The Promise of America: Reflections on Our Enduring Ideals,” an inspirational collection of essays from leading scholars.   Mark America’s 250th with this keepsake volume: constitutioncenter.org/promiseofameri…

#OnThisDay in 1894, several thousand workers start a strike at the Pullman Company, which built and leased train cars, in Illinois. Over the next few months, dozens of workers died in strike-related violence, forcing the president and #SCOTUS to get involved. ow.ly/YI6L50YVymC