<p>Jamie Gass director of the Pioneer Institute's Center for School Reform is spearheading a drive to bring history and civics education back to the classroom. Only 8 states require a passing grade for citizenship for graduation.</p>
<p>Jerry and Rose discuss with Jamie the importance of knowing our history and share some great American historic stories.</p>

Jamie Gass director of the Pioneer Institute's Center for School Reform is spearheading a drive to bring history and civics education back to the classroom. Only 8 states require a passing grade for citizenship for graduation. Jerry and Rose discuss with Jamie the importance of knowing our history and share some great American historic stories.

What The Founders Knew: History & Civics Indispensable

“The Boomer Effect” takes a look at generations that came before and after us in an effort to understand our differences and establish common ground. All durable and long-lasting civilizations have one thing in common; they respect the wisdom of their elders and do not mock it. Yes Boomers made mistakes- but we got a lot right as well. Part of getting it right is extending what we've learned to Generation Z, and Millennials. The great depression gave us a post World War II generation of adults determined to give their children everything that they didn't have. Maybe that was a mistake...

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What The Founders Knew: History & Civics Indispensable