Government

Explore the historical context behind the U.S. Constitution's initial omission of the Bill of Rights, examining the debates between Federalists and Anti-Federalists and the eventual compromise that secured individual liberties.

Explore the six sources of power, how it operates, and how you can become more empowered in public life.

Beth Noveck advocates for open-source government, emphasizing transparency, participation, and collaboration to foster a participatory democracy.

Explore the three branches of the U.S. government (legislative, executive, and judicial) and the system of checks and balances that prevents any one branch from becoming too powerful.

Explore the importance of simplifying legal jargon and advocating for plain English in official documents to promote clarity, transparency, and empathy.