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INTRO: U.S. GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
Crash Course Gove Video #1 : https://youtu.be/lrk4oY7Uxp (same Link as Below)
Introduction: Crash Course U.S. Government and Politics
Government is what is keeping us from an anarchy. It is just in simple terms a set of rules to collaborate together as a country and avoid having one person control all societies or avoid having disruptions. We study government to become better citizens and be able to participate and give our opinions in an informed and respectful way and know what we want for our state or country.
On the other hand, Politics is the breakdown of power within the whole country. It informs everyone who holds an office and how every citizen contributes to the office actions and therefore the country’s actions for the people.
Our country, the United States of America, is a republic. Meaning, we elect representatives to govern us. In comparison, a democracy allows citizens to vote and use their rights to speak up which we also practice.
Four ways people can participate in government that shows democracy is through voting, contacting representatives, work/volunteer for campaigns, and informing other citizens information (facts) about certain issues and solutions.However, through it all, the most important thing a citizen can do when it comes to participating in the government is becoming more educated and understanding how the government works. This helps you lead others and know when to act rather than following someone blindly and never choosing what you want to keep or change in your (our) government.
Study Questions:
What is the government? Why study government?
What is politics?
What is a republic? What is a democracy?
What are four ways people can participate in government?
What is the most important thing a citizen can do when it comes to participating in government?
What will you learn during this course?
LAST FIRST DAY OF HIGH SCHOOL
Last First Day of High School
At Home
Last Night I had trouble falling asleep, I was very eager to wake up and get to class. Even though it was online, I did not mind and felt comfortable adapting. I agree, it can be hard for some and for others easy.
I was in the middle.
I got the hang of online classes during the last few months of junior year as I studied for my AP Tests and submitted work. However, it would have been really exciting to see new faces. Usually meet new freshman and guide them to class or answer their questions as a Link Crew member.
I woke up to a new start. Well, a new start through meeting new teachers online.
It went alright. I had a little bit of trouble accessing certain documents on Canvas but everything worked out in the ending.
Zoom
I was surprised we only saw our teachers once a week. I originally thought we saw each other twice but I realized I only had to be in zooms all day for 2 days a week.
I hope this school year goes wonderful and I hope to finish all my applications for college!
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