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Associated Press
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Associated Press
Thomas Jefferson's Monticello & More Perfect Launch Declaration of Independence Book Club Ahead of America's 250th Birthday
A National Invitation to Revisit America's Founding Ideals and Reflect on Their Meaning Today CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., July 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Monticello and More Perfect are proud to announce the launch of the Declaration of Independence Book Club, a nationwide invitation for Americans to reflect on the founding document that declared our independence and continues to define our democratic promise. The Book Club, launched on July 4, 2025 at Monticello, marks the beginning of a year-long civic engagement initiative leading up to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. In three guided sessions, participants will explore the Declaration's revolutionary ideas, its complex legacy, and what it means to affirm those ideals today. Designed for book clubs, classrooms, faith communities, and civic groups, the Declaration of Independence Book Club Reader is free and available online. It includes short essays, historical timelines, discussion questions, and video content to support both in-person and virtual conversations. The sessions are organized around three themes: 'The Declaration Book Club is one of the many exciting elements of our celebration of the nation's 250th birthday in 2026,' said Jane Kamensky, president of Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. 'We think Americans are hungry for the opportunity to rediscover, discuss, and celebrate the Declaration. We can all take inspiration from its global impact and lasting legacy.' The Declaration of Independence Book Club is part of a growing constellation of efforts to mark America's semiquincentennial by reconnecting Americans across differences in conversation about the values that define us. The initiative will also be featured at a Constitution Day event on September 17 hosted by More Perfect and iCivics at American University. 'The Declaration is more than a historical artifact; it's a living promise,' said More Perfect CEO, John Bridgeland.. 'This Book Club offers Americans and communities across the country a space to consider how we carry that promise forward.' To explore the toolkit, visit: About The Thomas Jefferson Foundation at Monticello The Thomas Jefferson Foundation was incorporated in 1923 to preserve Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Today, the foundation seeks to bring history forward into national and global dialogues by engaging audiences with Jefferson's world and ideas and inviting them to experience the power of place at Monticello and on its website. Monticello is recognized as a National Historic Landmark, a United Nations World Heritage Site and a Site of Conscience. As a private, nonprofit organization, the foundation's regular operating budget does not receive ongoing government support to fund its twofold mission of preservation and education. For information, visit About More Perfect More Perfect is a nonpartisan alliance of 37 Presidential Centers, National Archives Foundation, American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Karsh Institute for Democracy at the University of Virginia, and more than 100 organizations working together to advance five foundational Democracy Goals: 1) Universal Civic Learning; 2) Expanding National Service & Volunteering; 3) Bridging Divides & Building Trust; 4) Trusted Elections & More Representative and Responsive Governance; and 5) Access to Trusted News & Information. For press inquiries, contact: [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE More Perfect
RNZ News
04-07-2025
- Politics
- RNZ News
Far North mayor launches campaign to keep Maori wards
te ao Maori 27 minutes ago Nominations have officially opened today for local elections, which will take place on October 11.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Will North Carolina's ranking of top patriotic states surprise you?
Memorial Day and Flag Day have passed, but ahead is that all-American holiday: the Fourth of July. Grills will be flaring, fireworks will be blasting, and flags will be flying. Or will they? Well, sure, in North Carolina, which came close to making the top 20 of WalletHub's study of the most patriotic states. WalletHub is a personal finance company that often analyzes data, The top 10 patriotic states in the WalletHub report were: Virginia Montana Vermont Colorado Oregon Washington North Dakota Maryland Minnesota New Hampshire "Virginia is 2025's most patriotic state. For every 100,000 civilians in Virginia, there are over 1,850 active-duty military personnel, the third-most in the country. And for every 1,000 civilians, there are over 103 veterans, the second-most in the country," WalletHub said. "It has a high voter turnout rate, with 72.9% of residents having voted in the 2024 presidential election." North Carolina ranked 24th in the WalletHub report: Total score: 48.3 Military engagement rank: 6 Civic engagement rank: 36 In comparison, No. 1 Virginia ranked: Total score: 70.54 Military engagement rank: 3 Civic engagement rank: 6 The bottom 10 states when it comes to patriotism in the WalletHub ranking were: 41: West Virginia 42: Rhode Island 43: New Jersey 44: Indiana 45: Texas 46: Florida 47: Alabama 48: Louisiana 49: New York 50: Arkansas Source: WalletHub 'The most patriotic states have a lot of residents who serve or have served in the armed forces, high voter turnouts during elections, and a high share of the population volunteering with national or local organizations," said Chip Lupo, WalletHub analyst. "Patriotism also isn't concentrated in any one particular area, The top states are located in vastly different geographic regions.' "In order to determine the most patriotic states, WalletHub compared the 50 states across two key dimensions, military engagement and civic engagement." Among the metrics used were: Military engagement Average military enlistees per 1,000 civilian adults between 2016 and 2021 (no prior service) Veterans per 1,000 civilian adults Active-duty military personnel per 100,000 civilian adults Share of civilian adult population in military reserves Civic engagement Share of adults who voted in 2024 presidential election Share of adults who voted in 2020 primary elections Volunteer rate Volunteer hours per resident AmeriCorps volunteers per capita Peace Corps Volunteers per Capita Trial and grand-jury participation per civilian adult population Share of residents who participate in any groups, organizations or associations in the past year (civic life) Civics education requirement This article originally appeared on Wilmington StarNews: North Carolina's most patriotic state ranking: Who is No. 1
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Live Good Relaunches "Be The Generation" Initiative to Empower Student Leadership Amid Cuts to Public Health and Education
Live Good, a social impact organization dedicated to community well-being and equity, is proud to announce the relaunch of its transformative initiative, Be The Generation. IRVINE, Calif., May 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- First introduced years ago to spark civic engagement among youth, Be The Generation returns at a time when it's needed more than ever. "With government funding being cut in so many critical areas, especially public health and education, we felt called to bring this initiative back," said Jennifer Chi, Founder and CEO of Live Good. "It's a reminder to our college student team members that they don't have to wait for change. They already possess the capacity to lead with purpose, to respond with compassion, and to create lasting impact—right where they are." Rooted in the belief that leadership doesn't begin and end in elected office, Be The Generation highlights how dedicated individuals can move entire communities forward. From voter engagement to service projects, the initiative centers on youth empowerment, community resilience, and collective responsibility. Currently, Live Good is kicking off the relaunch of the Be The Generation campaign with several key efforts: Statewide Food Drive: Live Good is organizing food drives on college campuses including UC Irvine, UC Santa Barbara, and UC Berkeley, benefitting the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. Meal Outreach with Union Station Homeless Services: Live Good volunteers are assembling and delivering hundreds of sack lunches each week to support individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Pasadena and Los Angeles. Mentorship Expansion in LAUSD: The Live Good Mentorship Program is expanding to reach more schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District. Through one-on-one mentoring, students receive support from Live Good team members who are dedicated to helping them explore their passions and develop leadership skills. "At Live Good, we believe deeply in the next generation," Jennifer continued. "These are artists, scientists, humanitarians, problem-solvers and leaders in the making. It is our responsibility to ensure that these brilliant young minds are supported, uplifted, and heard." As communities across California and the nation face increasing uncertainty, Live Good is doubling down on its mission: to build a future where compassion, equity, and respect for all define what it means to lead. For more information about Live Good Inc., and to sign up for their newsletter, visit Live Good Inc. Follow on Instagram, Facebook and Threads. Contact:Adrienne Johnson***@ Photos: Press release distributed by PRLog View original content: SOURCE Live Good Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
