HA is pleased to be a Foundational Friend of the Maryland Council for Social Studies and are partnering with them to present programs focusing on the United States Constitution. The first program is on Constitution Day, Wednesday, September 17th at 7:30 pm. Joey Landgraf, President of MDCSS will share the educational role and goals of the organization and to introduce our speaker, Professor Gilda Daniels.
Whether you are a student, educator, legal professional, or engaged community member, this program invites you to reflect on the Constitution’s legacy and to confront the challenges that remain in fulfilling its guarantees for all.
Join Gilda Daniels, Professor of Law at the University of Baltimore School of Law, and voting rights expert, for an engaging Constitution Day program that explores the enduring promises and persistent challenges of America’s founding document through the lens of a “living Constitution” This thought-provoking event will examine how the Constitution’s vision for liberty, equality, and justice has been interpreted, expanded, and sometimes constrained over time.
Through historical reflection and contemporary analysis, we will consider how the Constitution is not a static relic, but a dynamic framework-shaped by amendments, judicial interpretation, and the ongoing efforts of citizens to make its ideals real. We will explore:
- The foundational principals embedded in the Constitution
- How the living Constitution framework influences debates over rights and governance
- Landmark Supreme Court decisions that have redefined constitutional protections
- The challenges of applying 18th century language to 21st century issues
- The role of civic engagement in fulfilling the Constitution’s promises
Can’t watch live? All lectures will be recorded. Please register and you’ll receive the link to watch the recording after the event.
Cost: FREE