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The Declaration of Educational Independence

Welcome to a vital episode that speaks directly to the soul of the American ideal. Dr. Gene A. Constant, founder of Global Sovereign University, shares a document that he has carried on his heart for years: The Declaration of Educational Independence. This is not merely a declaration; it is a movement to rebuild civilization through self-reliance, self-governance, and freedom.

The episode begins with a powerful statement: as America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary in 2026 , the principles upon which the nation was founded are more urgent than ever. Dr. Constant argues that civilization is broken. Today, 617 million children lack basic math and reading skills, billions live in poverty and shelter poverty, and education systems teach compliance, not sovereignty. People everywhere feel trapped, helpless, and dependent.

The Universal American Spirit: A 13,000-Year Legacy

The Declaration reframes the American spirit not as a nationality, but as a universal human inheritance —the belief that we are born free, capable of self-reliance, and deserving of dignity.

Dr. Constant traces this radical idea of self-governance back through history:

• 13,000 Years Ago: The way was discovered by the First Americans who settled this continent.
• 600 Years Ago: The way was codified by the Iroquois Confederacy , whose Great Law of Peace became the blueprint for constitutional self-governance.
• 250 Years Ago: The way was declared to the world by the American Founders, proclaiming that "all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights".

Beyond Charity: The Solution is Liberating Education

The solution, Dr. Constant argues, will not come through government programs or charity that creates dependency. It will come through education that liberates.

The podcast embraces and expands the ancient principle: "Teach a person to fish, and they eat for a lifetime." Global Sovereign University takes this further, teaching people not only to fish but also "to build boats, navigate waters, and teach others." This approach gamifies the journey from poverty to freedom, transforming a crisis response into sustainable systemic change.

The core of the Declaration is the necessity for people to reclaim their inherent right to self-reliance, self-governance, and self-determination—rights endowed not by governments or institutions, but by the Creator.

Join the Movement: Sign the Declaration

This episode concludes with a powerful invitation. If the Declaration of Educational Independence resonates with you—if you believe in what it says—you are invited to become part of the movement:

1. Sign the Declaration: Go to GlobalSovereignUniversity.org and add your name to the movement to become part of the 250,000.
2. Become a Civilization Builder: If you are retired or semi-retired and have wisdom to share, volunteer 2-4 hours a week to guide the next generation. Go to Civilization Builders.net and sign up.
3. Listen now to hear the full text of The Declaration of Educational Independence and join the army of Civilization Builders.

You are not alone. You were born free. And together, we can rebuild civilization

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