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Racial Equity

The Everyday Impact of Racism on People of Color

Racism isn't just about interactions or comments; it's about the systemic inequalities that impact people of color.

BY Mariah Robinson

Blog Post

07.20.2022
Identity and Equity

History Lessons on the Immigrant Experience

Throughout history, groups have formed against immigrants in the name of a false sense of national identity or patriotism.

BY Araceli Hernandez

Blog Post

09.14.2020
Racial Equity

10 Movements and Moments to Help You Confront Systemic Racism

To be literate in American identity and ideals you must understand the various forms of racial injustice in this country.

BY Seth Henderson

Blog Post

07.02.2020
Civic Action

From Historically Silenced to Civically Engaged

Immigrating from communist Vietnam to the United States, Ho's parents feared political participation—he's changing that.

BY Tri Ho

Blog Post

02.27.2020
Civic Action

Youth Insights for Building a Collective Civic Identity

As we make space for more voices in our democracy, our civic identity gets richer, stronger and more honest. Join the conversation — what’s on your list?

BY Citizenship and American Identity Program

Blog Post

11.13.2019
K-12 Education

Engaging Youth in Realizing our Civic Purpose

Here's what happened when Chicago Public Schools students were asked to help define their own civics.

BY Citizenship and American Identity Program

Blog Post

05.03.2019
Immigration and Society

Understanding the American Identity Means Listening to Immigrants

The Citizenship and American Identity Program is sharing the stories of four immigrants living in the US.

BY Taif Jany

Blog Post

04.17.2018
Identity and Equity

The Artists Who Shaped US Identity

Their works taught us who to be.

BY Kimber Craine

Blog Post

03.30.2018
Civic Action

How the Erie Canal Explains American Democracy

Originally written off as an absurd public works project, the canal set the standard for US infrastructure.

BY Kimber Craine

Blog Post

02.15.2018
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