PHOTOS SPARK CONVERSATIONS
What do you think they are discussing?
Why might these conversations be significant?
LET'S LEARN!
Useful Words/Phrases
- lobbying
- advocacy
- campaign funding
- transparency
- grassroots
SPEAK MORE!
Direction: Discuss the following questions with your mentor and share about yourself. Make sure to answer in complete sentences.
- Should there be stricter rules on lobbying to prevent corruption? Why or why not?
- What impact does lobbying have on the policymaking process?
- What role does advocacy play in bringing social or political change? Have you ever been part of it?
- Should governments place limits on campaign funding, or should candidates be allowed to raise as much money as they want? Why?
- How do grassroots lobbying efforts compare to corporate lobbying?
- How can citizens ensure transparency in political decisions? Do you think governments are transparent enough?
Let's Practice!
Direction: Create a question using the vocabulary discussed.
Situation:
1. Think about lobbying. How would you ask someone about its impact on public policy?
Situation:
2. Now, consider campaign finance. How would you form a question about its role in politics?
Situation:
3. Think about grassroots movements. How can you ask someone about their effectiveness?