Daily News Lesson
June 23, 2026, 3 p.m.
Video length: 2:45
What would political experts today warn founders about the direction the country might go? Advice includes:
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Americans have an opportunity to reflect on both the nation’s accomplishments and its ongoing challenges amid modern political, social, and economic realities. Reexamining the strengths and weaknesses of the country’s governing institutions can help us better understand how democracy has evolved since the founding era.
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