Barbara Bush passed away this week and Trump administration officials are making headlines. We discuss this week’s news and the importance of student civic engagement in a live recording from Walsingham Academy in Williamsburg, Virginia. 

Thanks to today’s sponsors: SmartNews and Martha Stewart Wine Company.

Thanks also to Walsingham Academy who graciously hosted us in their classes and for the recording of this podcast. Walsingham Academy is the only Coed Pre-K through 12th grade Mercy School in the nation for students and families who seek a holistic approach to learning, grounded in the Mercy Core Values. If you want to learn more about Walsingham Academy you can visit Walsingham.org. An enhanced Education and community engagement is only possible through the generosity of our donors. Please consider making your gift today at Walsingham.org or contact the Office of Advancement.

Recommended Resources: 

• Barbara Bush
• Mike Pompeo and the Trade Dispute
• Nikki Haley’s Rebuke of the White House

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