Let’s Teach What We’re Voting For

Let's Teach What We're Voting For

As the nation's Semiquincentennial approaches in 2026, Alabama faces an uncomfortable reality. The state that once produced notable figures in America's constitutional drama now struggles with civic educational mediocrity.

Despite reliably voting for limited government and constitutional fidelity, Alabama considers instruction in the Constitution an optional amenity. To address this, education colleges must require future teachers to complete coursework on fundamental documents and pivotal moments in American history.

Alabama trails states it should regard as intellectual inferiors in civic education.
The state has a chance to remedy this deficit before the nation's 250th anniversary in 2026.

The state that reliably votes for limited government and constitutional fidelity evidently considers instruction in the Constitution itself an optional amenity.

Author's summary: Alabama must improve civic education to honor its constitutional heritage.

The Heritage Foundation — 2025-10-25

Let's Teach What We're Voting For

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