The 2025 National Civics Bee in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. The Citizens' Voice via Getty Images In his First Inaugural Address, George Washington said "the preservation of the sacred fire of liberty" is "finally, staked on the experiment entrusted to the hands of the American people.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Students in grades 8-12 from Providence, Central Falls, Woonsocket, and Bristol-Warren participate in Civics Day at the Rhode Island State House on May 19, 2025.