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2024 Designated Year of Democracy: Promoting Civility and Civic Education

The Senate designated 2024 as the Year of Democracy to encourage citizens to reflect on democratic values, civil liberties, and the importance of free elections. The resolution emphasizes the necessity of mutual respect and civility in public discourse, even when disagreeing with political opponents. This is a symbolic measure aimed at strengthening civic engagement and appreciation for the US system of government.
Key points
Symbolic designation of 2024 to appreciate and understand the US system of government and its contribution to a stable world.
Encourages citizens, states, and local governments to participate in activities promoting democratic principles and civility.
Stresses that democracy is not inherited but must be taught and learned anew by each generation of citizens.
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A resolution designating 2024 as the Year of Democracy as a time to reflect on the contributions of the system of Government of the United States to a more free and stable world.
Print number: SRES 333
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-09-07