Chattanooga, TN (Summer 2024)

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Summary of the Program

“The case of Ed Johnson leading to U.S. v Shipp impacted the country by allowing the message to be that the Supreme Court cares and will work to correct injustice, the Constitution is colorblind, and that you cannot disrespect and fail to acknowledge the authority of the Supreme Court…” -Mackenzie Gula, 2024 Hometowns Student

For two weeks, the Chattanooga Hometowns students were immersed in Chattanooga history, state and federal judicial procedures, Constitutional law, and the importance of Rule of Law. They toured their federal courthouse and attended a live court proceeding in Judge Collier’s courtroom. They also visited local sites linked to Chattanooga’s early history as well as the Ed Johnson case.

For a glimpse into the recent success of the program in Chattanooga, watch the recap video below:

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