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KWilfred

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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.

Question 2

How does the president attempt to mold public opinion?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

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.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: An ideal response will:
1. Explain how presidents are in a good position to mold public opinion because of their visibility and access to the media.




KWilfred

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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


frankwu0507

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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