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ERIC Number: EJ357406
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Values of Free Government: Our Bicentennial Legacy.
Patrick, John J.
Social Education, v51 n5 p328-30 Sep 1987
States that the Founders' legacy is our well-modeled government which is limited by law to protect the life, liberty, and property of individuals. Reviews some of the Founding Fathers' thoughts regarding the proper role and structure of our government. Advocates improved citizenship education and introduces the theme articles in this issue. (JDH)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civics, Colonial History (United States), Constitutional History, Democracy, Democratic Values, Federal Government, Government Role, History Instruction, Secondary Education, Social Studies, Social Values, United States Government (Course), United States History
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Historical Materials
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Bicentennial; United States Constitution