Why Elections Are the Cornerstone of Self-Government

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Explain why free, fair, and frequent elections allow citizens to choose leaders and direct government policies.

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Becoming an Informed Voter: Researching Candidates and Campaigns

4th Grade · Social-studies · US-WI-SS

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Understand the importance of elections and develop critical thinking skills to research candidate platforms, analyze debates, and detect bias in campaign media.

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SS.PS2.b.hWisconsin Social Studies Standards · 4th Grade

Assess the difference in constitutional and legal protections for citizens vs. noncitizens. Demonstrate the skills necessary to participate in the election process (i.e., registering to vote, identifying and evaluating candidates and issues, and casting a ballot).