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Associated Press
7 days ago
- Politics
- Associated Press
Thomas Jefferson's Monticello & More Perfect Launch Declaration of Independence Book Club Ahead of America's 250th Birthday
A National Invitation to Revisit America's Founding Ideals and Reflect on Their Meaning Today CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., July 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Monticello and More Perfect are proud to announce the launch of the Declaration of Independence Book Club, a nationwide invitation for Americans to reflect on the founding document that declared our independence and continues to define our democratic promise. The Book Club, launched on July 4, 2025 at Monticello, marks the beginning of a year-long civic engagement initiative leading up to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. In three guided sessions, participants will explore the Declaration's revolutionary ideas, its complex legacy, and what it means to affirm those ideals today. Designed for book clubs, classrooms, faith communities, and civic groups, the Declaration of Independence Book Club Reader is free and available online. It includes short essays, historical timelines, discussion questions, and video content to support both in-person and virtual conversations. The sessions are organized around three themes: 'The Declaration Book Club is one of the many exciting elements of our celebration of the nation's 250th birthday in 2026,' said Jane Kamensky, president of Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. 'We think Americans are hungry for the opportunity to rediscover, discuss, and celebrate the Declaration. We can all take inspiration from its global impact and lasting legacy.' The Declaration of Independence Book Club is part of a growing constellation of efforts to mark America's semiquincentennial by reconnecting Americans across differences in conversation about the values that define us. The initiative will also be featured at a Constitution Day event on September 17 hosted by More Perfect and iCivics at American University. 'The Declaration is more than a historical artifact; it's a living promise,' said More Perfect CEO, John Bridgeland.. 'This Book Club offers Americans and communities across the country a space to consider how we carry that promise forward.' To explore the toolkit, visit: About The Thomas Jefferson Foundation at Monticello The Thomas Jefferson Foundation was incorporated in 1923 to preserve Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Today, the foundation seeks to bring history forward into national and global dialogues by engaging audiences with Jefferson's world and ideas and inviting them to experience the power of place at Monticello and on its website. Monticello is recognized as a National Historic Landmark, a United Nations World Heritage Site and a Site of Conscience. As a private, nonprofit organization, the foundation's regular operating budget does not receive ongoing government support to fund its twofold mission of preservation and education. For information, visit About More Perfect More Perfect is a nonpartisan alliance of 37 Presidential Centers, National Archives Foundation, American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Karsh Institute for Democracy at the University of Virginia, and more than 100 organizations working together to advance five foundational Democracy Goals: 1) Universal Civic Learning; 2) Expanding National Service & Volunteering; 3) Bridging Divides & Building Trust; 4) Trusted Elections & More Representative and Responsive Governance; and 5) Access to Trusted News & Information. For press inquiries, contact: [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE More Perfect
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
General Stanley McChrystal Launches New Book On Character and Nationwide Series to Spark a National Conversation
Black and White Profile of General McChrystal Book Promo Graphic (Cover + Office Photo) ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal is calling for a national conversation on character following the launch of his latest book. In his new book On Character, McChrystal offers a deeply personal and poignant reflection on the choices that define who we are. Drawing from his own journey, including his unexpected resignation from the U.S. Army following more than 34 years of service, McChrystal explores how character is shaped, tested, and revealed in seemingly small moments. The book has ignited public interest and acclaim, rising to The New York Times Best Sellers list in its first week of eligibility. McChrystal has appeared on national media platforms, including The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Real Time with Bill Maher, and Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan. Throughout his appearances, he has emphasized the urgent need to rethink how we evaluate, develop, and reward character in today's leaders. 'In a divided and distracted world, we've drifted from the values that once bound us together as a nation,' said McChrystal. 'Character is not something we inherit—it's something we choose, and we must now choose to rebuild it together.' Through On Character, McChrystal challenges leaders to examine and reflect on how their convictions are cultivated and lived through discipline. He also invites readers across the country to reflect on their own character and the unseen choices that shape teams, institutions, and the nation's future. The book release marks the beginning of a broader campaign led by McChrystal Group in conjunction with More Perfect, which will include live events, media engagements, and a digital platform for people to share their own stories #OnCharacter. The Conversations on Character series will kick off with a live event at George Washington's Mount Vernon on May 29, 2025, followed by additional convenings at the Adams Presidential Center, the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, and other presidential sites and civic institutions across the country. General McChrystal will be joined by leaders and special guests in exploring themes such as service and sacrifice as well as the legacy we leave behind. Those interested in learning more about the movement can find additional information on McChrystal Group's website here. Attachments Black and White Profile of General McChrystal Book Promo Graphic (Cover + Office Photo) CONTACT: Donnie Brzuska McChrystal Group in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
General Stanley McChrystal Launches New Book On Character and Nationwide Series to Spark a National Conversation
Black and White Profile of General McChrystal Book Promo Graphic (Cover + Office Photo) ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal is calling for a national conversation on character following the launch of his latest book. In his new book On Character, McChrystal offers a deeply personal and poignant reflection on the choices that define who we are. Drawing from his own journey, including his unexpected resignation from the U.S. Army following more than 34 years of service, McChrystal explores how character is shaped, tested, and revealed in seemingly small moments. The book has ignited public interest and acclaim, rising to The New York Times Best Sellers list in its first week of eligibility. McChrystal has appeared on national media platforms, including The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Real Time with Bill Maher, and Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan. Throughout his appearances, he has emphasized the urgent need to rethink how we evaluate, develop, and reward character in today's leaders. 'In a divided and distracted world, we've drifted from the values that once bound us together as a nation,' said McChrystal. 'Character is not something we inherit—it's something we choose, and we must now choose to rebuild it together.' Through On Character, McChrystal challenges leaders to examine and reflect on how their convictions are cultivated and lived through discipline. He also invites readers across the country to reflect on their own character and the unseen choices that shape teams, institutions, and the nation's future. The book release marks the beginning of a broader campaign led by McChrystal Group in conjunction with More Perfect, which will include live events, media engagements, and a digital platform for people to share their own stories #OnCharacter. The Conversations on Character series will kick off with a live event at George Washington's Mount Vernon on May 29, 2025, followed by additional convenings at the Adams Presidential Center, the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, and other presidential sites and civic institutions across the country. General McChrystal will be joined by leaders and special guests in exploring themes such as service and sacrifice as well as the legacy we leave behind. Those interested in learning more about the movement can find additional information on McChrystal Group's website here. Attachments Black and White Profile of General McChrystal Book Promo Graphic (Cover + Office Photo) CONTACT: Donnie Brzuska McChrystal Group in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
