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?
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