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North Dakota’s Civics Bee Promotes Political Engagement

By Bill Dubensky Jul 14, 2025 | 4:56 AM

(Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)

 

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North Dakota’s inaugural civics bee challenged middle school students with difficult questions as it aimed to promote greater participation and education surrounding political engagement.

The Greater North Dakota Chamber sponsored the event Friday in Bismarck, with the winner advancing to a national competition.

Arik Spencer, president of the Greater North Dakota Chamber, said low voter turnout across the country prompted the organization to partner with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to encourage more interest in civics education.

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