A Democracy Minute - Learning initiative - Resources: Educators Guide, Related Interviews and Discussion - Resources-Items

Democracy comes from the Greek words "demos," meaning people, and "kratos" meaning power.

A Democracy Minute is a Life Stories Learning initiative reminding us of this tradition by sharing diverse points of view on democratic values, principles, and ideals. The (11) 60-second thought-provoking segments available on the Life Stories’ YouTube Shorts and Instagram channels will keep conversations about democracy alive and current for use in classrooms, professional spaces, or even shared with friends and family.

Sherrilyn Ifill: How do we define patriotism?

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(1 of 4)

Jim Lehrer: What is the role of a free press in a democracy?

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(2 of 4)

George Takei: What shining ideals of democracy do you carry?

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(3 of 4)

Martin Nesbitt: Why is the peaceful transfer of power important in a democracy?

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(4 of 4)

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

Discuss and Explore: Connect with each thought leader on their Interview Archive page below, read their biography, or watch their full interview. Use our Learning Resource created for A Democracy Minute for classroom and community engagement.

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