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Justice Gorsuch Releases Children's Book on American History and Founding Ideals
Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch has co-authored a children's book titled "Heroes of 1776: The Story of the Declaration," aiming to improve civic knowledge among young Americans as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary. The book highlights the ideals of independence, self-governance, and separation of powers through stories of both famous and lesser-known patriots.
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This book aims to address declining by making American history and more accessible to children.
Key Facts
- Justice Neil Gorsuch co-authored a children's book about the Declaration of Independence and America's founding ideals.
- The book, "Heroes of 1776: The Story of the Declaration," aims to combat declining civic knowledge among students.
- It highlights ideals such as independence, self-governance, and separation of powers.
- The book features stories of both well-known revolutionaries and everyday patriots, including young figures like 16-year-old Joseph Plum Martin and 18-year-old Emily Geiger.
- Gorsuch noted that in July 1776, only about 40% of colonists supported independence, with 30% being loyalists.