(The Center Square) – As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Department of Education and a coalition of organizations launched a nationwide initiative to strengthen civics education amid concerns about students' understanding of American history and government.

The America 250 Civics Education Coalition, led by the America First Policy Institute in partnership with the Education Department and Education Secretary Linda McMahon, officially launched on Sept. 17, Constitution Day, commemorating the document’s signing on Sept. 17, 1787.

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