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60-Second Civics: Episode 3650, The Gag Rule and Slavery

60-Second Civics: Episode 3650, The Gag Rule and Slavery

From60-Second Civics Podcast


60-Second Civics: Episode 3650, The Gag Rule and Slavery

From60-Second Civics Podcast

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Length:
1 minute
Released:
Jun 19, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In the 1800's, the American political system enacted something known as a "gag rule" in order to maintain slavery in the United States.



Center for Civic Education
Released:
Jun 19, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (30)

60-Second Civics is a daily podcast that provides a quick and convenient way for listeners to learn about our nation's government, the Constitution, and our history. The podcast explores themes related to civics and government, the constitutional issues behind the headlines, and the people and ideas that formed our nation's history and government. 60-Second Civics is produced by the Center for Civic Education. The show's content is primarily derived from the Center's education for democracy curricula, including We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution, Project Citizen, Foundations of Democracy, and Elements of Democracy.