
Democracy comes from the Greek words "demos," meaning people, and "kratos" meaning power.
A Democracy Minute are 60-second segments available on Life Stories’ YouTube Shorts and Instagram that explore diverse points of view on democratic values, principled leadership, social movements, and perspectives on our common purpose.
These compelling segments keep conversations about democracy alive and current for use in classrooms, professional spaces, or shared with friends and family.
A Democracy Minute
Jon Meacham: How would you describe the story of our country?
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A Democracy Minute
Lisa Tetrault: Do you believe voting is a fundamental right?
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A Democracy Minute
Dale Minami: Do you share his idealism on civic participation?
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A Democracy Minute
John Lewis: What is the relationship between the philosophy nonviolence and democracy?
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Through A Democracy Minute, students can:
• Discuss the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of citizenship
• Explore different expressions and experiences of democratic participation
• Reflect on their values, feelings, and beliefs surrounding our democracy today
Leadership: A Democracy Minute
Eleanor Holmes Norton: On Movements and Revolution
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Leadership: A Democracy Minute
President Gerald Ford: On Establishing Priorities
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Leadership: A Democracy Minute
President George H. W. Bush: On Practicing Restraint in Politics
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Discuss and Explore:
* Read the biography of each thought leader on their Interview Archive page
* Download our Learning Resources for classroom and community engagement
* Connect further and watch the full interview