Constitution Day - September 17, 2025
The National Constitution Center, Duquesne University, and the Pennsylvania Commission on Judicial Independence are proud to present a video and accompanying discussion questions for Constitution Day, Wednesday, September 17, 2025, on the vital topic of the importance of judicial independence in our Constitutional democracy. The video features retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer in conversation with Duquesne University President Ken Gormley (a Constitutional scholar) with introductory remarks by Jeffrey Rosen, President and CEO of the National Constitution Center. Created for a 50–60-minute class period, this prepackaged video and set of discussion questions can be used to fulfill the Congressional mandate for educational programming on this day.
The video can be accessed here: Link to YouTube
Accompanying discussion questions are below:
High School Discussion Questions
Courts, Community, and the Rule of Law Contest Winner Video
Importance of American Democracy Contest Winner Video
Community Outreach Advisory Group Order
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A Bicentennial Celebration of Liberty and Justice for All |
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