Is 'Judge Judy' on the Supreme Court? Lack of civics knowledge leads to colleges filling the gap

Surveys show that a third of American adults can’t name the three branches of the federal government. One found that 10% of college graduates think TV’s “Judge Judy” serves on the U.S. Supreme Court. Many people think it's time for a new push for civics instruction in college. Advocates say civics _ the study of citizens’ rights and responsibilities _ fosters a sense of unity and an ability to deal with disagreement. It empowers citizens, and maybe it can heal America’s divisions. But there's an ongoing debate over whether legislatures should impose these mandates or it should be left up to academics to decide how to fit this into their curricula.