AHA executive director Jim Grossman was quoted in a Washington Times article by Sean Salai about a survey by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni that found knowledge of US history, civics, government and politics lacking among undergraduate students. “Before we single out America’s youth, I suggest that all federal and state legislators take the history and civics test required for naturalization,” said Grossman, who feels that the survey’s findings “spotlight the necessity of professional development resources for K–12 social studies teachers to cover hot-button topics free from outside political pressure.”
