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Political Issues and Opinions

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The emergent adults in your US Government class can become informed, self-aware voters. This activity enables them to form an opinion about particular political issues then identify themselves on the political spectrum. Informed and well-guided class discussions can lead learners to understand why they think the way they do and how they align politically; liberal or conservative.

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american politics, politics, conservatism, current events, liberalism, political parties

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political parties, conservative, liberal, personal opinion, political issues, us politics, current events, political faction, evaluating statements, social studies
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10th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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