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Brookings on the Hill: Civics at 250
6/1/2026, 4:10 PM - 139 words
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Brookings on the Hill: Civics at 250
Civics education, once the cornerstone of well-rounded schooling, has slipped from curricula focused on preparing students for the changing economy.
But experts say teaching young people how the government works and their critical role in shaping the future of our nation remains a critical step toward achieving a revitalized democracy.
Scholars and policymakers have long debated the best way to shape future citizens and instill fundamental American values of free speech and civility.
These ideals are front and center as the nation prepares to commemorate its 250th birthday.
On June 16, Brookings hosted a discussion featuring Senators King, Lankford, and Kaine on Capitol Hill to highlight the importance of civics education to sustaining a healthy and engaged democracy, followed by a panel of Brookings scholars who examined how research supports this goal.