Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch appeared on FOX News this morning to talk about his new children’s book. The discussion quickly turned to a more serious concern, as he issued a Gorsuch warning: the country faces a growing civics crisis.
He said many Americans no longer understand how their government works. According to him, a large number of citizens would fail the same civics test that immigrants must pass to gain citizenship. Gorsuch called this a major warning sign for the nation.
A Return to the Ideas of 1776
On Fox & Friends, Gorsuch spoke about his book, The Heroes of 1776, which introduces children to the people who shaped the Revolutionary era. When asked about a line in the book, he explained the core ideas behind America’s founding.
He highlighted three key beliefs from the Declaration of Independence:
- All people are created equal
- Rights come from God, not government
- The people have the power to rule themselves
Gorsuch said these ideas were bold and revolutionary in 1776. Today, he noted, many people take them for granted. He reminded viewers of Thomas Jefferson’s warning: a nation cannot remain free if its people stay uninformed about their own government.
Schools Are Not Teaching Enough Civics
Gorsuch criticized the public school system for failing to teach these fundamental principles. He said schools should provide students with a clear understanding of American history and government. Without it, young people grow up unprepared to take part in democracy.
Why His Message Matters
For Gorsuch, the greatest threat to America is not foreign powers. The real danger comes from a decline in civic awareness. When citizens forget how their government works, the system itself becomes vulnerable.
His message is simple but urgent: to protect America, people must understand it. Knowledge of history, rights, and responsibilities is not optional — it is essential to preserving the nation’s freedom.
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