[Libs-Or] Civics for Adults Interview on Democracy Optimist Podcast!! And, 9/17 Representation, the Fed Gov and the Constitution [also 9/24]

[HANNING Darci * SLO]

Forwarding this along for those might be interested:

Civics for Adults Update Sept 4, 2025
Here is an interview with Civics for Adults on a podcast called Democracy Optimist. It was fun speaking with Josh Douglas, Professor of Law at the University of Kentucky! Among other things highlighted in this 20-minute discussion, I get to describe all my workshops! And, I talked about the importance of libraries for lifelong civics education!
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5bceBT6YNIOP9eaM3xeCdV?si=0ee9dc67a7964821

Upcoming workshops!
Representation, Our Federal Government and the Constitution
We'll look at the Constitution's creation, trace major changes and examine current limitations. In so doing, we will shatter some myths! Current status of democracy- The Constitution-Current issues of representation-Are changes needed?
"Donna is a consummate professional. Donna delivered relevant, timely, fact-based information in a non-partisan way. Participants were engaged and left knowing more. Thank you, Donna."
~ Liz Goodrich, Events Supervisor, Deschutes Public Library.  About this workshop.

September 17, 2025. 6:30-8 EST! 3:30-5 PST! Virtual. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/dlcohen
Sponsor: Bloomfield [CT] Public Library.
September 24, 2025. 5-6:30 PM. In-person. Fort Vancouver Public Library-Cascade Park. 600 NE 136th Ave. Vancouver. WA. No registration needed.

Selected Civics for Adults Facebook posts:
A couple of new resources to help us know our Constitutional rights:
Protestors' Rights. ACLU.
https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/protesters-rights<https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/protesters-rights?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExVUR5QlExS0VkaEdya1N2MAEemAUE_oQUiFej1TsTDio5IuuK5rwi8fJffzT3fpw45cMnPKXiHO060KNklEU_aem_Dk5Kr--gY1Zmwi1ExiUFYA>

Protests & Public Safety: A Guide for Cities & Citizens
Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection. Georgetown Law School.
https://constitutionalprotestguide.org/<https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fconstitutionalprotestguide.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExVUR5QlExS0VkaEdya1N2MAEexPnIn6znuVn1fEfmOiwifmFCr7HG_wC7V9n68bBEPcPbEq24TMaKWxd6gpk_aem_hX5OXHyyR-FsTwO19vNyoA&h=AT1yBFLs1Ow7rcDwHwTBhf5Gy-ZbEeKDmAkrvauS6ump_qtHnVDzlrvA5Da0Al4CJj7KiT-_YZCcUz5zBIdFpLjBCmR-lnISFtkLX6nZYy-W9tyX4H3BmRLBUzUwPpEWczlYhDf1FS7z1EiV&__tn__=-UK-R&c%5b0%5d=AT1hEUknvEgzw1u3AeMdurd7jJUaDiZ7_WJzvVT_LydVherjA95pk6Wk1A8wB7j2aoRBrAdK1o58N8tyDS2_yyVgYmPFpuh-DDv-LOBwpB8wdgOYwFrZgMJiEVD_Vv6Y6sEAeHpygcXOttKhn5_WkUvlMulTxqAezrPWVHBtyMAr9yhqulbv8oHetL9-7cIReyuNqt6_ySEqh3GGR59BffNfVg>
View section by section or download the whole 126-page guide.

Unfortunately, our President has been putting forth a lot of incorrect information about elections and a President's role in deciding how they are run. The Constitution is very clear about what entities decide how elections are run - and none of those entities include the presidency.

FactChecking Trump's Claims About Mail-In Ballots, Voting Machines and States' Role
Robert Farley et al. Factcheck.org  Aug 19, 2025
https://www.factcheck.org/2025/08/factchecking-trumps-claims-about-mail-in-ballots-voting-machines-and-states-role/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMjyXlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFVRHlCUTFLRWRoR3JrU3YwAR5ZaWYl8XbooDp9p0pg2geiwu_CRPUQdem5WrT8gSiT1U36GpN6oGkQMiDWNQ_aem_lPKJfAtEzn7sRKi4ElN1tQ

Trump vows to change how elections are run. The US Constitution doesn't give him that power
Nicholas Riccardi<https://apnews.com/author/nicholas-riccardi> and Ali Swenson<https://apnews.com/author/ali-swenson>. Associated Press. Aug 17, 2025
https://apnews.com/article/trump-elections-mail-voting-midterms-2026-8be6dba80091fd7e6d8570814b34a7fe

Nice to see a former Secretary of Labor steal my ideas that I present in the Misinformation workshop! Ha! [?]
The Biggest Economic Lies We're Told. Robert Reich. Feb 21, 2023.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFjoDq0HfFw

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More on my Civics for Adults Facebook page!
More at https://www.facebook.com/Civics-for-Adults-1490728887922036
Ask your local library or community group to sponsor a workshop! Thanks.
Flyer describing workshops: https://files.cdn-files-a.com/uploads/2516289/normal_68015c18b94c1.pdf


Donna L Cohen, MLIS, MEd
Portland, Oregon
503-737-1425
dcoheninfo at comcast.net<mailto:dcoheninfo at comcast.net>
Civics for Adults - and Others - Workshops: To Enhance Civic Knowledge and Inspire Political Engagement
Webpage www.civicthinker.info<http://www.civicthinker.info/>
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Civics-for-Adults-1490728887922036/
"My philosophy is very simple. When you see something that is not fair, not right, not just - stand up, say something, speak up!" Rep. John Lewis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6lzPpqc2WY


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