The 2025 Student Fellowship Zine
This “journal of student thought” focuses on a wide range of issues that have a profound impact on the lives of many, from America’s role in the world to civic education in our nation’s classrooms. Explore these conversation with young leaders.
<p>Dear Reader,</p>
<p>Welcome to the Zine! As the culminating project of the Bill of Rights Institute’s 2025 Student Fellowship, this “journal of student thought” focuses on a wide range of issues that have a profound impact on the lives of many, from America’s role in the world to civic education in our nation’s classrooms. As you read through our student contributors’ pieces, we encourage you to consider and reflect upon the following questions:</p>
<p>1. What is civil society, and why is it important in America?<br />2. How can we have an influence on our communities?<br />3. What is the role of government in civil society?<br />4. What is good civic leadership?</p>
<p>No doubt, these questions are difficult, and at times controversial. However, we hope that it will facilitate productive dialogue about issues that young people care about. Civic engagement is the lifeblood of our democracy, and readers like you, individuals willing to confront challenging issues, is what allows our nation to carry on.</p>
<p>Happy Reading,</p>
<p>– The Zine Team at the BRI Student Fellowship</p>
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