Schools Encouraged to Revitalize Civic Engagement Amid Decline in Civil Society
As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, there is growing concern about the decline of civil society and its impact on democracy. Ashley Berner, director of the Johns Hopkins Institute for Education Policy, highlights the importance of civil society in sustaining democracy and the role schools can play in revitalizing civic engagement. The discussion emphasizes the need for educational pluralism, where civil society organizations are integral to the education system, as seen in countries like the Netherlands and Canada. This approach could help stabilize democratic life by fostering community involvement and civic capacities among students. 
