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Campaign Finance, PAC Money, and Citizens United v. FEC
Evaluate the role of political action committees (PACs), Super PACs, independent expenditures, and landmark campaign finance rulings on electoral policy.
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Civic Engagement, Elections, and Public Policy Influence
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Analyze mechanisms of direct democracy, interest groups, the evolution of political parties, and the diverse strategies individuals and coalitions use to shape public policy.
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C – 3.3.1Michigan Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeDescribe and analyze how groups and individuals influence public policy.
C – 2.2.2Michigan Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeAnalyze how influential historical speeches, writings, cases, and laws express Democratic Values and influenced changes in American culture, law, and the Constitution.