Government
- 2. PARTICIPATE What makes me want to vote? Honestly, I never have before. This year will be the first time I participate in a Presidential Election. What things do I want to change? I would like to see the younger generation utilize their voices more and become more active and educated on political matters. As Im guilty of not doing this myself, I think the importance of this should be addressed more throughout the later years of ones high school education.
- 3. I LEARNED This semester has been very eye opening for me. Ive learned so much, simply because Ive never been interested or payed attention to politics. The thing that stuck with me the most in this class was, the powers that the President holds. I also never fully understood the Electoral College and how it functions until this class. I would like to continue knowing things about the government, and how it functions. It has been YEARS since Ive taken a government class, so this course was very informative.
- 4. IMPORTANT The political issue that I believe needs to be addressed is voting! The younger generation needs to get out, and make their voices heard! We cant ask for change, if we dont get out and make our voices heard! Another political issue is Civil Rights. This has been a continuing issue over the years, but I think SOME things are FINALLY being addressed! With more media coverage over certain issues, I think change is bound to happen!
- 5. 1ST AMENDMENT I believe the 1st Amendment; freedom of speech, religion, press, petition, and assembly is the most important. Under this amendment we are allowed many things that we exercise daily. Freedom of speech is the most important to me, because nobody can speak for me! I have my own voice and can freely voice my concerns if need to. Freedom of religion is important too. I believe that we are all created differently and should have the right to believe in what ever religion we choose to.
- 6. LESSONS The biggest thing that Ive learned this semester is, get involved! By this I mean be an active participant in what is going on. Whether it is a community vote, or the Presidential election. Although I am one person, I can make a difference by just showing up and participating!