News Release - August 30, 2023 California Chief Justice Leads Constitution Month Celebrations For the first time, California's civic education community hosts a monthlong celebration of the U.S. Constitution. Related: Power of Democracy Civic Learning Initiative Judges in the Classroom Constitution Month Chief Justice Superior Courts Image
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