Feb 14
How Frederick Douglass’s first speech got him noticed
Frederick Douglass, whose birthday is honored on February 14, was born a slave in 1818, and now remembered for his eloquence, activism, and fearless championing against slavery.
Feb 15
By the numbers: belated and potential amendments
Working at the National Constitution Center, the Constitution Daily writers all pay probably more attention to news items relating to the Constitution than most folks. So when this story came to our attention last month, we were fascinated by Maryland’s belated attention to the 17th Amendment.
Dec 25
Ringing out 2011 (with thanks to the “12 Days of Christmas” song)
Constitution Daily does a spin on the “Twelve Days of Christmas.”
Dec 21
By the Numbers: Can the post office be saved?
By the Numbers is data you can use to shape an opinion or start a civic conversation.
Oct 27
7 quotes from the Federalist Papers for you to use, whatever your political persuasion
The Federalist Papers provide insight into divisive topics facing presidential candidates on the campaign trail.
