S1E8 - Building a Better Future: The American Civics Campaign with James T. Byron

Join us on a transformative journey as we explore the American Civics Campaign, led by James T. (Jim) Byron, President, and CEO of the Richard Nixon Foundation. Uncover the challenges of civics education deficiency and its impact on societal divisiveness and discover innovative solutions that reshape education.

Explore the visionary expansion of the Nixon Library campus, featuring interactive learning spaces and the captivating American Civics Center. This episode is a call to action, inviting you to be part of building a better future by bridging gaps in civics education, promoting unity, and fostering an informed and engaged citizenry. The American Civics Campaign is more than a movement; it's an opportunity to inspire change together.

About Meghan’s guest: James T. (Jim) Byron, the President and CEO of the Richard Nixon Foundation, is a dynamic leader who assumed this pivotal role in November 2021. His vision is anchored in welcoming a global audience to the Nixon Library through creative and immersive educational exhibitions, expanding the national impact of the Foundation's programs, and enhancing its online presence.

Jim is spearheading the American Civics Campaign, a significant $40 million initiative launched in 2023 to reintroduce American civics and history to middle and high school students. His extensive leadership experience includes serving as the Executive Vice President, leading the planning for the Nixon Library's reopening after a $15 million renovation, and coordinating a successful $25 million capital campaign.

A graduate of Chapman University, Jim holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a Minor in History. He is author of "A President Comes Home.”