Whats happening in the world today List the

What’s happening in the world today? List the 3 most important issues.

• • • Climate Change and the Environment Gas Prices and Energy Illegal Immigration War in Afghanistan Economy Health Care

Ancient Greece -- Democracy The Greeks gave ordinary people the right and the responsibility to take part in government affairs. In their direct democracy, citizens took part directly in government decision making.

Ancient Rome -Representative Government In the Roman republic, citizens had the right to vote and elect officials. Civic virtue meant loving their country more than themselves, and participating in civic affairs.

CITIZENS Rights and Responsibilities

Primary Elections Voters elect one candidate to represent each party. The winning candidates then run against each other in an election for President.

Two Party System United States Democrats Republicans Third Parties

Two Party System “On My Honor” Institute • Gummycats • Rubberpelicans

PROPAGANDA Who is talking? Look for authors, organization names. Who are the people behind that organization? What are they saying? Is it true? Is it supported by evidence? What words are they using? How does it make you feel? Why are they saying it? Are they being paid? Do they represent a cause or a group? THINK CRITICALLY!

Word choice changes meaning. Inexperience? or fresh new ideas? Optimistic? or daydreamer?

How important is active participation in a democratic process?