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# Sarah Botstein: Why the American Revolution Still Matters
- URL: https://www.cascadepbs.org/show/a-more-perfect-union/extras/why-the-american-revolution-still-matters/
- Published: 2025-11-19T16:01:01.000Z
- Updated: 2025-11-19T19:00:50.000Z
- Description: Sarah Botstein shares why the American Revolution still matters in today’s civic and political life.
- Author: Cascade PBS Staff
- Tags: A More Perfect Union, #ZZZ_Show_88b81f8d-dd43-4a15-9c36-d4b7104dccc9, #v1.7, #ZZZ_Extra_21ca7de8-94a1-4da7-a268-1dfaf80c1466, #extra

Sarah Botstein explains why understanding the American Revolution is vital today. She reflects on how exploring the complexities of our nation’s founding can inspire greater civic engagement and help Americans better understand the foundations of democracy. By revisiting this history, we can connect past ideals to present challenges and work toward a more informed, united future.