Summer Book Discussion
Join ESPC as we celebrate our 250 years since the bold idea of our national Declaration of Independence by unpacking our Constitution, plus uncovering some stories, truths, and myths behind the document. This book is meant for ordinary people to learn the meaning and layers behind the words. ESPC will host weekly discussions of sections of this book beginning Monday, July 6 and concluding Monday, August 31.
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This July 4, 2026, the United State of America celebrates 250 years since signing the Declaration of Independence. It opens with "We the People" demonstrating that our government derives its authority from the consent of the governed. Over ten years later, representatives of the thirteen colonies produce the USA Constitution which established a functional framework of government to secure the unalienable rights and independence declared in 1776. The effort was a mixture of creativity and practicality anchored in guiding principles designed for continuous political thought and adaptation of generations to come while aiming for the promise of equality and other natural rights. The framework within the USA Constitution also was designed to prevent authoritarianism and other forms of tyranny. Let's dive into the history.
Order you book or find it in your library today: The U.S. Constitution: A Comprehensive and Annotated Guide for the Modern Reader by Melissa Murray.
