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Civic Education is necessary to the survival and prosperity of our nationLesson #06: Introduction to Political Leaders
Presidential Candidates
Senator John McCain and Senator Barack Obama
Purpose:
Students identify local, state and national representatives and then examine the distinct responsibilities of each level of government. they also enhance their knowledge of current issues as they open dialogue with local leaders.
Central Questions:
- What is a political leader?
- Which political leaders represent my interests?
- What current issues are a priority for my leaders?
- How are responsibilities divided between local, state , and national governments?
Materials:
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- Student Guide 1: Who Are My Representatives?
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- Student Guide 2: Plan a Political forum
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- Student Guide 3: Sample Letter of Invitation to Political Leader
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- Student Guide 4: Craft Questions for a Political Leader
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Warm-up Activity:
Poll students on their level of civic in involvement using some of the following questions.
- Who has contacted the media about a public issue?
- Who has worked for a candidate?
- Who has contacted a local government official? National official?
- Who has attended a campaign meeting? Joined a political group?
- Who agrees with the statement, “Politics is a Good Thing”?
Tally the results and compare class data with the national results on the back pocket insert graph, Level of Youth Participation in Civic Activities. Discuss what this data reveals about youth participation in politics and how it impacts our democracy?
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