Tweet the Debates

A project in Toledo, OH by Toby Grytafey
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Recreating the 1787 Constitutional Convention on Twitter to create both a useful study tool and an engaging, innovative Twitter Play.
Backers: 42
Average Pledge Per Backer: $119

Funded: $5,005 of $5,000
Dates: Apr 26th -> May 14th (19 days)
Project By: Toby Grytafey
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Latest News

Civics Matters!

May 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Today's the last day to support Tweet the Debates on Kickstarter. I know there's lots of other good work that needs your support, there's a lot of emergencies that need your help. I've dealt with emergencies as a legal services lawyer for year, like... (Read More)

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May 14th - via: kickstarter.com
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Right Link for the Actor Scriptsheet

May 13th - via: kickstarter.com
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Instructions for Twitter Actors

May 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks for your interest in being a Twitter Actor! I think we have the opportunity to do something truly unique this summer. Tweet the Debates is a chance to help civics education reach more people; a chance to empower people to think about and... (Read More)

Do you want the Twitter Actor info?

May 11th - via: kickstarter.com
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The Student Exclusive

May 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Our Kickstarter Campaign includes a special reward just for teachers - for only $4, teachers can sign up their whole class for Tweet the Debates!  Students will receive a discussion forum dedicated just to them and info-packed newsletters throughout... (Read More)

Why Sign?

May 9th - via: kickstarter.com
First off, your name will forever live in posterity when your signature is added to the Tweet the Debates poster. This giant infographic will visually communicate how the Constitution grew into the document that brought democracy to the world. We'll... (Read More)

Three Thoughts on Peter Sagal's Constitution USA

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Constitution USA, a four-part series on PBS hosted by Peter Sagal, premiered last night.  It's an excellent conversation about the United States Constitution and how it affects our lives today.  I'm really looking forward to the next three... (Read More)

New FAQ about why we need your funding

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks so much to you early backers!  I really appreciate your support bringing us almost halfway there! I've been busy finishing up the Scriptsheet and getting the word out, but I will be updating more for the rest of the campaign. I posted a FAQ... (Read More)

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