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Lesson Plan: Citizen Nation: Finding Lessons in Defeat

Students from Maggie Walker Governor’s School in Virginia have a longstanding tradition of excellence when competing in the State โ€œWe the Peopleโ€ competition. Despite intense preparation, things didnโ€™t go as expected. Through it all, students learn that success isn’t only about winning, it’s about growing through the experience. Historically, we have observed different examples of how politicians handle a loss on a big stage.

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