In July of this year, Gov. Murphy mandated that civics be taught in middle school, starting in the 2022-23 school year. For those out there who are already asking “what is civics?” it is the study of citizenship and government. It explains how power and responsibility are shared and limited by government and enlightens us as to the rights our government guarantees its citizens.

I think it’s safe to say that those most informed about our Constitution right now are people studying to become U.S.