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Constituting America is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that educates and informs the public about the U.S. Constitution.[1][2][3][4][5] The organization utilizes popular culture (music, film, television, internet, and social media) to reach, educate, and inform America’s adults and youth about the non-partisan relevancy of the U.S. Constitution.[6][7][8][9] Constituting America was founded on February 17, 2010 by actress/author Janine Turner and Cathy Gillespie, a former senior congressional aide.[10][11][12][13][14]

Constituting America is "committed to reversing the trend of civic apathy and ignorance existing among the American people."[15]

School involvement

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Founded to preserve the U.S. Constitution, Constituting America places special emphasis on bringing the Constitution to life in schools across the country.[16] The founders of the organization visit schools in a school speaking program and provide clubs for students to become involved in.[17] Additionally, Constituting America hosts an annual We The Future scholarship contest for students across the country.[18][19][20][21][22][23]

90 Day Study

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Every year, Constituting America hosts a 90 Day Study of 90 essays written to educate and inform Americans of the importance of the founding documents.[24][25] The 90 Day Study is a compilation of essays written about the U.S. Constitution, The Federalist Papers, and the Founding Era.[26] The 2020 90 Day Study is a study of important dates in American history that shaped the United States and changed the world.[27] The scholastic study is written by constitutional scholars from some of the most notable universities and law schools in the country.[28][citation needed]

References

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  1. ^ "Actress inspires students to value the Constitution".
  2. ^ Yan, Renee (2019-09-12). "More than 50 area nonprofits in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake participate in 11th annual North Texas Giving Day". impact. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  3. ^ Jakle, Jeanne (2017-03-31). "'Northern Exposure' star with San Antonio roots returning for event". San Antonio Express-News. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  4. ^ Janine Turner from Constituting America on the Second Amendment, 6 March 2012, retrieved 2020-03-17
  5. ^ Rep. Garrett recognizes "Constituting America" on the House Floor, 14 July 2010, retrieved 2020-03-17
  6. ^ "EPHS student will attend "We the Future" Constitution Day event in Washington, D.C." Estes Park Trail-Gazette. 2019-09-12. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  7. ^ "Actress Janine Turner propels student's career – Constituting America". constitutingamerica.org. 8 February 2017. Retrieved 2020-03-11.
  8. ^ "A new generation to defend the Constitution". The Washington Times. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  9. ^ "Reliable Source - Janine Turner brings a rare dose of Hollywood glamour to conservative movement". The Washington Post. Archived from the original on February 20, 2013. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  10. ^ "FOUNDER AND CO-PRESIDENTS – Constituting America". constitutingamerica.org. 12 June 2017. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  11. ^ "Americans Must Improve Their Understanding of the Constitution".
  12. ^ "Constituting America on Instagram: "Today we celebrate Presidents Day and our 10th birthday! #presidentsday #washingtonsbirthday #constitution"". Instagram. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  13. ^ Ulster, Laurie. "'Northern Exposure' Cast: Where Are They Now?". Biography. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  14. ^ "Janine Turner: Time for a 180, America". foxnews.com. 12 March 2015. Retrieved 2020-09-16.
  15. ^ "what we do – Constituting America". constitutingamerica.org. 3 March 2018. Retrieved 2020-03-11.
  16. ^ Orlinsky, Lori (2018-12-06). "6 Chicagoland kids making the world a better place". Chicago Parent. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  17. ^ "Constituting America". constitutingamerica.com.
  18. ^ "WE THE FUTURE WINNERS". constitutingamerica.org. 24 July 2017.
  19. ^ "Sport and School News". sonoranews.com.
  20. ^ "Things to Do in Houston and the Surrounding Area This 4th of July Weekend".
  21. ^ "Constituting America's Impact Statement – Constituting America". constitutingamerica.org. 18 July 2014. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  22. ^ "Name Dropping: Bay Federal supporting education". Santa Cruz Sentinel. 2017-04-21. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  23. ^ "Constituting America 2018 Annual Report" (PDF). Constituting America Annual Report.
  24. ^ "Meet Juliette Turner, the young Texas novelist with a TV star mom". Dallas News. 2016-03-14. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  25. ^ "Featured Essay: Fragment on the Constitution and the Union". Independent Women's Forum. 2013-03-04. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  26. ^ "Dr. Troy Kickler". Carolina Journal. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  27. ^ "Essay Schedule 90-Day Study 2020 – Constituting America". constitutingamerica.org. 3 December 2019. Retrieved 2020-03-17.
  28. ^ "Cathy Gillespie, Ed Gillespie's Wife: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know". heavy.com. 20 October 2017.
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