Third Circuit launches essay contest for elementary students on Constitution and Declaration grievances

Matthew W. Brann Chief Judge at U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania Harrisburg
Matthew W. Brann Chief Judge at U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania Harrisburg
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The Courts, Community, and Rule of Law Committee of the Judicial Council of the Third Circuit has announced an essay contest for elementary students. The contest will focus on topics related to civics, citizenship, and whether the United States Constitution addresses grievances listed in the Declaration of Independence.

The essay prompt asks: “Does the United States Constitution address the grievances in the Declaration of Independence? If so, explain how.”

The initiative aims to engage young students with foundational questions about American government and history.



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