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How Public Input Shapes Government Decisions
Evaluate methods citizens use to influence policy, including public hearings, town halls, and petitions.
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Civic Foundations, Elections, and Political Influence
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Goal
Analyze the core responsibilities of democratic citizenship and evaluate how voting rights, political parties, elections, interest groups, and media shape American politics.
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Learning standards covered
SS.HS.4.1Colorado Social Studies Standards · All agesResearch and formulate positions on government policies and on local, state, tribal, and national issues to be able to participate and engage in a civil society.
SS.HS.4.3Colorado Social Studies Standards · All agesAnalyze the impact of civic participation on political institutions and public policy.