Jeff Sikkenga, author of 'A Republic If We Can Teach It: Fixing America's Civic Education Crisis,' discusses the lack of civic knowledge among Americans, particularly young people. He highlights the low scores on civics and history tests and the decline in civic attachment and devotion. Sikkenga emphasizes the importance of civic education in understanding and appreciating America's history and founding principles. He criticizes initiatives like the 1619 Project for reframing American history and promoting a divisive narrative. Sikkenga also addresses the implications of a generation that lacks civic understanding and the need for informed citizens to hold public officials accountable. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.com

<p>Jeff Sikkenga, author of 'A Republic If We Can Teach It: Fixing America's Civic Education Crisis,' discusses the lack of civic knowledge among Americans, particularly young people. He highlights the low scores on civics and history tests and the decline in civic attachment and devotion. Sikkenga emphasizes the importance of civic education in understanding and appreciating America's history and founding principles. He criticizes initiatives like the 1619 Project for reframing American history and promoting a divisive narrative. Sikkenga also addresses the implications of a generation that lacks civic understanding and the need for informed citizens to hold public officials accountable. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday &amp; Friday. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.com</p>

Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.

<p>Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.</p>

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Jeff Sikkenga, author of 'A Republic If We Can Teach It: Fixing America's Civic Education Crisis,' discusses the lack of civic knowledge among Americans, particularly young people.