Kids Voting for Texas is an optional part of the civics curriculum in Texas designed to let students between the ages of ten and fourteen have an authentic voting experience at the polls throughout the state
Discuss this program in the context of political socialization.
Answer: An ideal response will:
1. Note that schools are one of the main socializing agents for children.
2. Explain how the Kids Voting for Texas program can function as an agent for political socialization that may have a positive influence on the future voting habits of Texas students and lead to higher rates of voter turnout.
3. Discuss the specific types of beliefs about politics and voting that children in the program may adopt.
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a) freedom to do whatever you want b) available only in the USA c) the greatest freedom of the individual consistent with the freedom of other individuals d) incompatible with government e) a uniquely American value
Which of the following descriptions best defines McDonaldization?
A. Global capitalism driven by Western companies will destroy global culture, with values of profit, individualism, and consumption triumphant. B. Global capitalism driven by Western companies will homogenize global culture, with values of profit, individualism, and consumption triumphant. C. Global capitalism driven by Western companies is the driver of climate change and increased obesity in developing countries. D. Global capitalism driven by Western countries will lead to the downfall of global culture.
Under the original U.S. Constitution, members of the House, unlike members of the Senate, were selected by
A. direct elections. B. the president. C. state legislatures. D. primary runoffs. E. regional coalitions.
Since 1964, African Americans have voted Democratic by at least
A. 50%. B. 60%. C. 70%. D. 80%. E. 90%.