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CIVIC LEARNING WEEK

MARCH 9-13, 2026

As part of Civic Learning Week, we are pleased to offer the following short video lessons about Will Rogers and his perspective on American politics. Each lesson is designed to last 10 minutes or less, aiming to inspire thoughtful discussion.

 

We always hear, “We need a Will Rogers today.” So who was Will Rogers? Start with the video below to learn more.

MONDAY

WILL ROGERS AND CONGRESS

Discussion questions:

  • Why do you think Will Rogers is the only humorist/comedian with a statue in the US Capitol?

  • Why did Congress adjourn on the day Will died?

  • Do you think that would happen today?

TUESDAY

REPUBLICANS AND DEMOCRATS

Discussion questions:

  • Why do you think Will was friends with both sides?

  • How can we disagree and still be friends?

WEDNESDAY

WILL ROGERS ON ELECTIONS

Discussion questions:

  • How would you change our election system?

  • What does Will mean when he says, “Every guy looks in his pocket then votes?”

THURSDAY

WILL ROGERS’ PRESIDENTIAL PALS

Discussion questions:

  • Would you ever want to stay at the White House?

  • What would you say to the president if you got a chance to meet him?

FRIDAY

WILL ROGERS FOR PRESIDENT MOVEMENT

Discussion questions:

  • How hard do you think it would be to be present? Why?

  • What would you do as president?

  • Which five presidents were friends with Will Rogers?

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