Where We Stand

Synopsis: This DVD, reproduced in 2006, is designed to help viewers understand our American system of democracy and free enterprise primarily using one important indicator of our standard of living - our physical well-being and health.

It shows many of the unique benefits that Americans are privileged to have - number of doctors and access to clean, well-equipped hospitals and equipment, for example. The dvd also discusses health-related areas of personal choice including drug use, teenage pregnancy and heart disease.

In an effort to help audiences feel more of a personal connection to these national issues, "Where We Stand" features, in the majority of cases, the member of Congress who represents the area in which the dvd is being shown. It also features a representative of one local host organization.

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What teachers and other community members are saying about "Your Court System and You"...

"This is a great supplement to our Government, Economics and Geography curriculum. Updated materials give relevance to the lessons we are teaching."
- High School in Linden, MI

"The information and statistics are especially relevant for our social studies programs."
- Sr. High School in Slatington, PA

"I used it right away. It fit in perfectly with my study of International Economic Statistics. Thanks."
- School District in Greenville, PA

"Very clear, well-done. My students found the information fascinating."
- High School in Edgewood, CO

"It was great! It held students' interest and gave them a deeper meaning of the role of the Constitution in their lives."
- High School in Pahala, HI

"This is a great subject and we need attention-holding videos."
- High School in Fitzgerald, GA