Today, September 18, 2006 is officially Constitution Day (since September 17th fell on Sunday this year). Constitution Day celebrates the signing of the Constitution of the United States of America which took place on September 17, 1787. Here's a few recommendations for celebrating:
- Read (or reread) the U.S. Constitution in its entirety
- Discuss the purpose of the Constitution with your family and friends
- Identify what you are doing to preserve the Constitution
- Watch the BYU production "A More Perfect Union: American Becomes A Nation"
- Assist your local school teach students about the Constitution
- Tell your Congressman how the federal government has exceeded its Constitutional authority
- Read "The Proper Role of Government" by Ezra Taft Benson
- Read "An Enemy Hath Done This" by Ezra Taft Benson
- Read "The Making of America” by Dr. Cleon Skousen
- Read "The Federalist Papers"
- Participate in the Conversations On The Constitution (Convocon) with my good friend Oak Norton
- Contribute to The Constitutional Sources Project (ConSource)
- Visit the National Center for Constitutional Studies
- Read "Miracle At Philadelphia: The Story of the Constitutional Convention" by Catherine Drinker Bowen
- Read "The Law" by Frederick Bastiat
The U.S. Constitution is one of the greatest documents ever written. It has served as a shining example for good throughout the world. It's vitality and viability is dependent on our vigilance in upholding its principles.
Happy Constitution Day!
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