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The United States is on the brink of a significant transformation that could reshape its identity. The younger generation is increasingly accepting government surveillance and restrictions on freedom of speech and thought, which undermines the core principles on which the country was built.
A recent study by the CATO Institute reveals that one-third of Gen Z individuals support the installation of government surveillance cameras in homes. Moreover, support for this intrusive monitoring has been rising across generations, with 20% of 30-44 year-olds and 6% of those over 45 supporting it. If this trend continues, life in the U.S. may resemble that of communist China, which is deeply concerning.
It is disheartening to see the American people relinquishing their freedoms to the government, especially considering that the nation fought a revolution based on the principles of individual liberty. The problem lies in our education system, which has failed to teach the younger generation about our history, political foundations, and national values that unite us. We must recognize this threat and make efforts to repair our education system at all levels, or else we risk losing our constitutional republic.
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Over the past 20 years, the failure of our education system to uphold and teach the defining principles of America has led younger Americans to willingly give up their unique rights, which set our nation apart from others.
A recent study by the CATO Institute found that one-third of Gen Z individuals support the installation of government surveillance cameras in homes. This support significantly decreases among older respondents. (iStock)
According to the latest NAEP assessment, only 13% of students possess proficiency in American history, while a mere 22% exhibit proficiency in civics. Understanding history and civics is crucial in developing a loyal and patriotic citizenry that recognizes its inherent rights and responsibilities within the country.
People cannot defend what they do not know. As educators, it is our duty to impart a deep understanding of our history, government, and fundamental principles to the next generation. By implementing a few simple changes, we can realign ourselves on the right path.
Firstly, we must reintroduce American history and civics classes into our K-12 curriculums. For too long, STEM and standardized tests have overshadowed these essential subjects, culminating in the current outcome. Throughout high school, from 9th to 12th grade, social studies should consist of two distinct and mandatory courses: American history and American civics.
History provides a profound understanding of our origins, values, and the challenges that have shaped our development, while civics delves into American government and the Constitution, emphasizing individual rights, citizenship, active engagement, and responsibilities. It is unacceptable that 84% of my students lack the ability to pass a basic citizenship exam or differentiate between the American Constitution and the Russian Constitution.
Secondly, we must take decisive action to eradicate policies that blatantly infringe upon constitutional rights on college and university campuses. Free speech zones, which restrict fundamental liberties to specific areas, contradict the First Amendment. The fact that young adults have accepted and even advocated for such zones is a direct reflection of the shortcomings in their K-12 education regarding national history, civics, and values.
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This lack of knowledge has created a fertile ground for radical leftist administrators to implement biased reporting systems.
Bias reporting systems encourage students to report peers and faculty for alleged instances of discrimination. However, a Campus Reform investigation revealed that the majority of reports were based on subjective perceptions of offensiveness rather than genuine discrimination.
Unfortunately, Gen Z and Millennials have been conditioned to believe that comfort and security are rights that supersede cherished principles like freedom of speech, privacy, and independent thought.
People will not defend what they do not know. As educators, it is our duty to instill the next generation with a firm grasp of our history, government, and the fundamental principles that make us American. By making a few simple changes, we can reestablish the correct course.
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We cannot ignore the findings of the CATO study. Unless we take action, there is no reason to believe that the growing number of Americans willing to accept government surveillance in their most private moments will decrease.
The remedy is simple: refocus our education system on its core mission of educating and empowering the younger generations to protect their constitutional rights and actively participate in our system.
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