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Civic Advocacy and Grassroots Action

9th Grade · Social Studies · US-NY-SS

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Goal

Analyze how individual citizens, grassroots coalitions, and interest groups utilize direct action, lobbying, and civic tools to influence public policy decisions.

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  1. How Citizens Can Influence Government DecisionsUp next
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us-ny12.G4eNew York Social Studies Standards · 10th Grade

Citizens participate in civic life through volunteerism and advocacy, including efforts such as contacting elected officials, signing/organizing petitions, protesting, canvassing, and participating in/organizing boycotts.