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More Perfect – Together: The Democracy Goals & Road to the 250th & Beyond
February 25, 2025
Passion for the Public Good & Civic Education
October 30, 2024
It’s Our Democracy: Toward a More Perfect Union
September 25, 2024
Principles for Trusted Elections
September 11, 2024
Trust. News. Democracy. with the LBJ Foundation
April 10, 2024
It’s Our Democracy: A Campaign for a More Perfect Union
January 12, 2024
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January 8, 2024
Democracy's Immune System: Presented by the MacArthur Foundation
November 3, 2023
More Perfect at Democracy360
October 20, 2023
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September 27, 2023
More Perfect at the CPB Thought Leader Forum and the Ford Presidential Museum
September 11, 2023
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January 18, 2023
The State of Elections | Part 1: Trust in Georgia Elections
December 19, 2022
Our Civics: Safeguarding American Democracy
October 27, 2022
Sustainable Democracy Goals: Launching a Roadmap for Impact by 2026
October 21, 2022
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May 18, 2022
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May 6, 2022
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Monticello, Karsh & More Perfect co-host college students across Virginia in University of Virginia's Rotunda for "Declaration Next"
The event, co-hosted by Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, More Perfect and Karsh Institute of Democracy focused on how to reflect our nation’s ideals in the modern age.
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October 17, 2025
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More Perfect Co-Chair Alan Khazei leads the Summit on National Service at the Carnegie Corporation of New York
More Perfect Co-Chair Alan Khazei led the Summit on National Service at the Carnegie Corporation of New York.
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Carnegie Corporation of New York
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October 8, 2025
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More Perfect’s John Bridgeland, Colleen Shogan, Ben Ginsburg and Dale Anglin participate in the Plenary Panel
The panel was moderated by MacArthur’s Silvia Rivera at the Press Forward Annual Conference in Charlotte, NC discussing local news and the five Democracy Goals.
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October 7, 2025
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More Perfect CEO John Bridgeland and Stanford University Chair Emeritus Jeffrey Raikes discuss democratic protection and renewal at the Stanford Philanthropy and Civil Society Summit
The two offered perspectives on why we need to empower young people to build a better future for themselves and the need for “Civic Moonshots.”
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September 30, 2025
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Let's Support America's New Pioneers
America's story has been written by those bold enough to begin.
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September 29, 2025
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Civic Learning
Civic Learning
Former archivist launches effort to strengthen democracy
Archivist fired by Trump launches a national effort to strengthen democracy
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September 17, 2025
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Civic education programs receive $56 million boost from major funders
Led by the Carnegie Corporation of New York, Stand Together, and the Bezos Family Foundation, the alliance awarded the funding ahead of a civic education summit co-hosted by More Perfect and iCivics.
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September 17, 2025
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Bipartisan Alliance Launches Lessons in Civics With the Help of Former Presidents and First Ladies
The Obamas, Bushes and Clintons are among those to draw on the wisdom of the past in a collection of essays.
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September 17, 2025
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As Partisans Battle Over History, Former Presidents Try Another Tack
An essay series led by the archivist whom President Trump fired will feature voices from across the political spectrum, including those of George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
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September 17, 2025
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70+ National Leaders Join More Perfect to Launch Effort Debriefing First 250 Years of the American Experiment
Led by former U.S. Archivist, Colleen Shogan, the project will feature analysis from Presidents and First Ladies Obama, Bush, and Clinton along with 60+ of the nation's top historians.
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More Perfect
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John Bridgeland
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Mark Updegrove
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September 17, 2025
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More Perfect and Partners Launch Initiatives to Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence
While rooted in the 250th anniversary, these initiatives are meant to inspire action and reflection well beyond 2026.
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September 17, 2025
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More Perfect & iCivics Announce Major Commitments To Fund Civic Learning & Service Programs
More than $56 Million in Philanthropic Support, led by Carnegie Corporation of New York, Stand Together, and the Bezos Family Foundation, Drives Boost in Commitments Ahead of Constitution Day Summit
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September 15, 2025
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Big Funders Pour $56 Million Into Civics at a Fractured Moment
Ahead of the nation’s 250th birthday, the effort aims to rekindle learning, engagement, and action through support of a growing network of civic organizations.
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September 15, 2025
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Civic Learning
Celebrating an informed patriotism
In his Farewell Address in 1989, Reagan spoke of a resurgence in national pride that returned during his presidency, which he called a “new patriotism.”
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September 11, 2025
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A Revolutionary Reflection
Turn your heart and mind toward America as we approach its semiquincentennial.
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The Wall Street Journal
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July 30, 2025
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A Declaration For All of Us
As Americans gathered for picnics, fireworks, and fellowship over the July 4th holiday, Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello hosted its 63rd annual immigration and naturalization ceremony.
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Jane Kamensky
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John Bridgeland
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Jane Kamensky
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President, Thomas Jefferson Foundation
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CEO & Executive Chair, More Perfect
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July 18, 2025
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Thomas Jefferson's Monticello & More Perfect Launch Declaration of Independence Book Club Ahead of America's 250th Birthday
The Declaration of Independence Book Club is a nationwide invitation for Americans to reflect on the founding document that declared our independence and continues to define our democratic promise.
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July 7, 2025
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Exploring Origins and Impact of the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration Book Club consists of a free, downloadable kit that is designed to be used over three meetings.
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July 4, 2025
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Monticello and More Perfect Launch Declaration Book Club
The Declaration Book Club is an engaging three-part reading and discussion tool kit designed for learners of all ages to delve into the enduring principles of the Declaration of Independence.
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July 4, 2025
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AHA’s American Lesson Plan Report Featured in The Hill Op-Ed on Civic Education
“We mustn’t shy away from the study of American history," Colleen Shogan writes.
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Colleen Shogan
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John Bridgeland
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Colleen Shogan
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CEO & Executive Chair, More Perfect
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American Historical Association
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July 3, 2025
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America needs a civic education moonshot, before it’s too late
As we approach the 250th anniversary of the American founding, we must confront the hard truth that democracies are not self-executing.
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John Bridgeland
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Colleen Shogan
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John Bridgeland
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CEO & Executive Chair, More Perfect
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The Hill
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June 29, 2025
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John Bridgeland Discusses the Democracy Movement on The Fulcrum
Scott Warren interviews John Bridgeland as part of The Fulcrum's series, "The Path Forward: Defining the Democracy Reform Movement."
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Bridge Alliance
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More Perfect, Mount Vernon & Co-Chair General Stanley McChrystal Launch National Conversations on Character
This timely event coincides with the launch of On Character, a compelling call to Americans to examine personal integrity, resilience, service, and the core values that define our nation.
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George Washington's Mount Vernon
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Gen. Stanley McChrystal
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More Perfect
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May 29, 2025
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National Service
National Service
One Utah Service Fellowship: A Blueprint for States
The One Utah Service Fellowship is the first of its kind in the nation to combine state, private and federal funding into a service program.
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More Perfect Launches Nationwide "Conversations on Character" Series to Address America's Declining Core Values
General Stanley McChrystal’s New Book On Character Sparks National Dialogue Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary
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April 17, 2025
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