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Making Black History Month Memorable

We asked our 25 Teaching Tolerance Advisory Board members what advice they would offer to fellow educators about Black History Month. Each of these experienced educators offers a wealth of expertise, especially when it comes to bringing multicultural topics into the classroom.
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Why Public Schools Matter

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Public schools are an ideal and vital mechanism for achieving a thriving democracy. This is the first of three articles on public schools as a common good, which explore the possibilities and threats to public education.
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Our Votes Matter in All Elections

We should never take for granted our rights and our responsibilities to engage in civic action and vote in every election — local and national.

The 1965 Voting Rights Act (VRA) is a landmark federal law and a significant victory of the Civil Rights Movement. Enacted to remove the barriers of racist Jim Crow era policies, the VRA affirmed the right to vote for millions of African Americans. Enforcement of this law has expanded political opportunities for Black Americans and other people of color. 

  • Our Votes Matter: Action Steps in Planning to Vote
  • Media Literacy Is Vital for Informed Decision-Making
  • Understanding Voter Suppression in Today’s Election Process