Text Submission
My story is a part of American history because generations ago my ancestors were immigrants. They dreamed of a better life, and I am that dream. When creating the Declaration of Independence I think freedom was important. I know this because the people who wrote the Declaration of Independence used to live in a monarchy and wanted to preserve freedom. However they also wanted to preserve independence, without the government controlling these types of decisions. However, this history created many barriers . An honest reckoning helps us because we can learn from our mistakes and move forward.
Submitted by Anonymous
Saw the show in Cambridge, MA
Essential Questions
- How is my story a part of American history?
- In creating the Declaration of Independence, what mattered?
- How can we hold this history as a predicament versus an affirming myth?
- How does an honest reckoning with our past help us move forward together?